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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Queen Street via High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Carnoustie?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Carnoustie. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carnoustie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carnoustie is 69 miles. The road distance is 65.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs .

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carnoustie takes 1h 23m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus from?

Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carnoustie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carnoustie is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Carnoustie.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Carnoustie train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

There are 778+ hotels available in Carnoustie.

Edinburgh to Carnoustie - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carnoustietrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
1h 23m
Drive 64.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carnoustiecar 64.9 mi
1h 29m
£16–23
Bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from High Street to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
2h 49m
Train via Dundee
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2h 16m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Carnoustie.

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Distance: 68.6 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

First ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carnoustie 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 23m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Queen Street via Dundee station and High Street in around 2h 49m.

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