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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bowling is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bowling is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Bowling?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Bowling. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Manse Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Marriott Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bowling?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bowling. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bowling?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bowling is 55 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bowling without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £22 - £45.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bowling takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bowling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bowling train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Bowling?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bowling is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bowling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Bowling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bowling?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bowling is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Bowling.

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

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Where can I stay near Bowling?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bowlingtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central
1h 37m
£22–45
Train via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bowlingtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 48m
£13–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Marriott Hotel to Manse Roadbus 1E / ...
2h 25m
£14–28
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bowlingcar 55.9 mi
1h 12m
£14–20
Train via Dalmuir
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmuirtrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 54m
£17–43

Edinburgh to Bowling by train

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Distance: 54.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bowling 6 times a week. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Manse Road via Buchanan Bus Station, West Campbell Street, and Marriott Hotel in around 2h 25m.

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