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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh - Princes Street and arriving at Town Centre stances via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cumbernauld?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Croy. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cumbernauld is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £18.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Croy takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cumbernauld bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cumbernauld train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cumbernauld bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cumbernauld train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cumbernauld is 37 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld.

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

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Where can I stay near Cumbernauld?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Cumbernauld.

Edinburgh to Cumbernauld - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cumbernauld by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Croytrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
35 min
£10–18
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Glasgowbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Town Centre stancesbus X24 / ...
1h 53m
£7–12
Drive 36.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cumbernauldcar 36.4 mi
53 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Cumbernauldtaxi 36.4 mi
53 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
2. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Town Centre stancesbus X37
2h 41m

Edinburgh to Cumbernauld by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Croy hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Town Centre stances via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 53m.

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