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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Murieston is to bus which costs £2 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Murieston is to train which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Murieston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Exchange and arriving at Bankton Lane. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Murieston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Livingston South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Murieston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Murieston is 14 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Murieston without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston South takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Murieston bus from?

Edinburgh to Murieston bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from The Exchange station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Murieston train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Murieston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Murieston is to train which takes 28 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Murieston bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Murieston bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Bankton Lane station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Murieston train arrive?

Edinburgh to Murieston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Livingston South station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Murieston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Murieston is 16 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Edinburgh to Murieston.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Murieston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Murieston?

There are 2386+ hotels available in Murieston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Murieston by train, bus, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston SouthEdinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
28 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Exchange to Bankton LaneN28 / ...
49 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Murieston16.4 mi
31 min
£50–65
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Murieston16.4 mi
31 min
£4–6

Edinburgh to Murieston by train

195Weekly Trains

28 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Murieston.

Launch map view

Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston South hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from The Exchange to Bankton Lane every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 49 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.