What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Airdrie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Airdrie. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Airdrie is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Airdrie without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrie takes 53 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Airdrie train from?

Edinburgh to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Airdrie train arrive?

Edinburgh to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Airdrie station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Airdrie is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Edinburgh to Airdrie.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Airdrie?

Book your Edinburgh to Airdrie train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Airdrie?

There are 1377+ hotels available in Airdrie.

Edinburgh to Airdrie - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Airdrie by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrietrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
53 min
£10–26
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Airdriecar 35.3 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Airdrietaxi 35.3 mi
45 min
£100–130

Edinburgh to Airdrie by train

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Airdrie, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Airdrie every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 53 min.

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