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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Innerleithen is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Innerleithen is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Innerleithen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Tweedside Hotel. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Innerleithen?

The distance between Edinburgh and Innerleithen is 31 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Innerleithen without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £4 - £6.

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

The bus from South Bridge to Tweedside Hotel takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Innerleithen bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Innerleithen bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Innerleithen bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Tweedside Hotel station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Innerleithen?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Innerleithen is 29 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Edinburgh to Innerleithen.

Where can I stay near Innerleithen?

There are 206+ hotels available in Innerleithen.

Edinburgh to Innerleithen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Innerleithen by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Tweedside HotelX62
1h 30m
£4–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Tweedside HotelX62
1h 43m
£17–19
Drive 28.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Innerleithen28.5 mi
44 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Innerleithen28.5 mi
44 min
£85–110

Edinburgh to Innerleithen by bus

223Weekly Buses

1h 30mAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 30.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Borders Buses operates a bus from South Bridge to Tweedside Hotel hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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