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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Parkhead is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Parkhead is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Parkhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Parkhead. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Sorby Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Parkhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Carntyne. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Parkhead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Parkhead is 41 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Parkhead without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £18.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carntyne takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Parkhead bus from?

Edinburgh to Parkhead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Parkhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Parkhead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Parkhead is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 240 bus, which costs and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Parkhead bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Parkhead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Parkhead train arrive?

Edinburgh to Parkhead train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carntyne station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Parkhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Parkhead is 43 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Edinburgh to Parkhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Parkhead?

There are 1388+ hotels available in Parkhead.

Edinburgh to Parkhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 240 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Parkhead by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carntynetrain Edinburgh - Dalmuir / ...
1h 14m
£17–18
Drive 42.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Parkheadcar 42.6 mi
54 min
£11–15
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Sorby Streetbus 240 / ...
1h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Parkheadtaxi 42.6 mi
54 min
£120–150
Bus, line 240 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Michaels Lanebus 240 / ...
1h 53m

Edinburgh to Parkhead by train

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Parkhead, Glasgow City, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carntyne hourly. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Sorby Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 53m.

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