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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Longside is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Longside is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Longside?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Longside. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Longside?

The distance between Edinburgh and Longside is 159 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Longside without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 10m and costs £160 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Edinburgh to Longside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Longside train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Longside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Longside?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Longside is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Longside.

Where can I stay near Longside?

There are 188+ hotels available in Longside.

Edinburgh to Longside - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Longside by train, taxi, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the taxi from Aberdeen to Longsidetaxi
3h 10m
£168–258
Drive 149.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Longsidecar 149.2 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 56m
£72–142

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Distance: 158.1 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.

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