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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Holytown is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Holytown is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Holytown?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Holytown. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh - Princes Street and arriving at Holytown Medical Centre via Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Holytown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Holytown. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Holytown?

The distance between Edinburgh and Holytown is 34 miles. The road distance is 34.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Holytown without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £12.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Holytown takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Holytown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Holytown train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Holytown?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Holytown is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 236 bus, which costs and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Holytown bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Holytown bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Harthill Services station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Holytown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Holytown?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Holytown is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Edinburgh to Holytown.

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

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Where can I stay near Holytown?

There are 1324+ hotels available in Holytown.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Holytown?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Holytown. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh to Holytown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 236 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Holytowntrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 7m
£11–12
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Holytownrideshare 33.5 mi
59 min
£4–5
Bus, line 236 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Harthill Servicesbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Harthill Services to Holytown Medical Centrebus 235 / ...
1h 34m
Drive 34 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Holytowncar 34 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Holytowntaxi 34 mi
42 min
£100–120

Edinburgh to Holytown by train

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Distance: 33.6 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Holytown hourly. Tickets cost £11–12 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh - Princes Street to Holytown Medical Centre via Harthill Services in around 1h 34m.

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