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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carriden is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carriden is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carriden?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Drum Farm Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carriden?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carriden is 20 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carriden without a car is to line 909 bus which takes 49 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

The line 909 bus from Princes Street to Drum Farm Lane takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carriden bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Carriden bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Carriden bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Drum Farm Lane station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carriden?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carriden is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh to Carriden.

Where can I stay near Carriden?

There are 793+ hotels available in Carriden.

Edinburgh to Carriden - 3 ways to travel via line 909 bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Carriden by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 909 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Drum Farm Lanebus 909
49 min
£6–9
Drive 17.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carridencar 17.4 mi
29 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Carridentaxi 17.4 mi
29 min
£50–65

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Carriden, Falkirk, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Princes Street to Drum Farm Lane hourly. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 49 min.

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