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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elginhaugh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Melville Gate Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Elginhaugh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Eskbank. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elginhaugh is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh without a car is to bus via Melville Gate Road which takes 27 min and costs £1 - £5.

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

The bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Road takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elginhaugh bus from?

Edinburgh to Elginhaugh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from South Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elginhaugh train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh is to bus via Melville Gate Road which takes 27 min and costs £1 - £5. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £7 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elginhaugh bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elginhaugh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Melville Gate Road station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elginhaugh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elginhaugh is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Edinburgh to Elginhaugh.

Where can I stay near Elginhaugh?

There are 2228+ hotels available in Elginhaugh.

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

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

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Bus via Melville Gate Road
best
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Roadbus 51 / ...
27 min
£1–5
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Eskbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
49 min
£6–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Elginhaughtaxi 6.4 mi
15 min
£23–28
Drive 6.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elginhaughcar 6.4 mi
15 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Elginhaugh Bridgebus 3
42 min
£1–5

Edinburgh to Elginhaugh by bus and foot

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Distance: 6 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Borders Buses operates a bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 23 min. Lothian Buses also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Eskbank hourly. Tickets cost £6–7 and the journey takes 21 min.

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