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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Monktonhall is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Monktonhall is to train which takes 6 min and costs £3 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Monktonhall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leopold Place and arriving at Queen Margaret University. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Monktonhall?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Musselburgh. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Monktonhall?

The distance between Edinburgh and Monktonhall is 5 miles. The road distance is 7.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Monktonhall without a car is to train which takes 6 min and costs £3 - £4.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Musselburgh takes 6 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Monktonhall bus from?

Edinburgh to Monktonhall bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Leopold Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Monktonhall train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Monktonhall?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Monktonhall is to train which takes 6 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 28 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Monktonhall bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Monktonhall bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Queen Margaret University station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Monktonhall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Monktonhall?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Monktonhall is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Edinburgh to Monktonhall.

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

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Where can I stay near Monktonhall?

There are 2393+ hotels available in Monktonhall.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Musselburghtrain Edinburgh - North Berwick / ...
6 min
£3–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leopold Place to Queen Margaret Universitybus 4
28 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Monktonhalltaxi 7.3 mi
14 min
£25–31
Drive 7.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Monktonhallcar 7.3 mi
14 min
£2–3

Edinburgh to Monktonhall by train

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 6 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Musselburgh hourly. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Leopold Place to Queen Margaret University every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 28 min. East Coast Buses also services this route hourly.

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