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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Glenluce?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Glenluce station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Police Station via Glasgow Buchanan and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Glenluce?

The distance between Edinburgh and Glenluce is 157 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 32m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Glenluce bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Glenluce?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 32m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the Edinburgh to Glenluce bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Glenluce bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Glenluce?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Glenluce is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Glenluce.

Where can I stay near Glenluce?

There are 197+ hotels available in Glenluce.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce by train, bus, 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.

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 32m
£40–48
Drive 117.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Glenlucecar 117.2 mi
2h 30m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 3m
£35–105
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Police Stationbus 500
6h 4m

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Glenluce.

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Police Station via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan, Stranraer Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h.

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