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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Painswick is to bus via Glasgow which costs £28 - £90 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Painswick is to fly and train which takes 5h 5m and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Painswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Rudge Hill House via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Painswick?

The distance between Edinburgh and Painswick is 405 miles. The road distance is 340.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Painswick without a car is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £40 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Edinburgh to Painswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Painswick bus from?

Edinburgh to Painswick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Painswick?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Painswick is to train which takes 7h 36m and costs £40 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £28 - £90 and takes 11h.

Where does the Edinburgh to Painswick bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Painswick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Painswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Painswick is 340 miles. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Painswick.

Where can I stay near Painswick?

There are 1837+ hotels available in Painswick.

Edinburgh to Painswick - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Painswick by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Cheltenham SpaEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 36m
£43–246
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgow
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Transport Hub
11h
£28–89
Drive 338.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Painswick338.1 mi
5h 48m
£83–119
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
5h 5m
£46–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Birmingham Coach Station832
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Station100 / ...
13h 30m
£36–77
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
5h 44m
£55–181
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stroud (Glos)
6h 21m
£56–154
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Stroud (Glos)
6h 38m
£112–350

Edinburgh to Painswick by train and bus

60Weekly Services

7h 36mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 402.2 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Painswick, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cheltenham Spa hourly. Tickets cost £35–240 and the journey takes 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Rudge Hill House via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Transport Hub in around 11h.

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