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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Arthurlie Gardens via Pavillion Theatre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Barrhead via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Barrhead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Barrhead is 53 miles. The road distance is 53 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £14 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Barrhead bus from?

Edinburgh to Barrhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Barrhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Barrhead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £14 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs £15 - £20 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Barrhead bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Barrhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Barrhead train arrive?

Edinburgh to Barrhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Barrhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Barrhead is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Edinburgh to Barrhead.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Barrhead?

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Where can I stay near Barrhead?

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Edinburgh to Barrhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Barrhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2h 6m
£15–42
Drive 52.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Barrheadcar 52.7 mi
1h 7m
£13–19
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Arthurlie Gardensbus 3
2h 41m
£16–19
Bus, line 3 bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Arthurlie Parish Churchbus 3
2h 58m
£16–19

Edinburgh to Barrhead by train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Arthurlie Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station and Pavillion Theatre in around 2h 41m.

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