What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carfin Grotto?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Jerviston Court via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Carfin Grotto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Carfin. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carfin Grotto is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carfin takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto bus from?

Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 242 bus, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto is 34 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto?

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Where can I stay near Carfin Grotto?

There are 956+ hotels available in Carfin Grotto.

Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 242 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carfintrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 7m
£11–45
Drive 34.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carfin Grottocar 34.3 mi
43 min
£9–12
Bus, line 242 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 900
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Jerviston Courtbus 242
2h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Carfin Grottotaxi 34.3 mi
43 min
£100–120

Edinburgh to Carfin Grotto by train and foot

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Carfin Grotto, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carfin hourly. Tickets cost £11–12 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Cross Country also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Carfin Grotto via Maxim Business Park and Jerviston Court in around 2h 6m.

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