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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Polbeth is to bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Polbeth is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Polbeth?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Polbeth. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Polbeth Harwood Church via Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Polbeth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at West Calder. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Polbeth?

The distance between Edinburgh and Polbeth is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Polbeth without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to West Calder takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Polbeth bus from?

Edinburgh to Polbeth bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Polbeth train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Polbeth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Polbeth is to train which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Polbeth bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Polbeth bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Polbeth train arrive?

Edinburgh to Polbeth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at West Calder station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Polbeth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Polbeth is 16 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Edinburgh to Polbeth.

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

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Where can I stay near Polbeth?

There are 1696+ hotels available in Polbeth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to West CalderEdinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
34 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bus TerminalX27 / ...
1h 21m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Polbeth16.4 mi
30 min
£50–65
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Polbeth16.4 mi
30 min
£4–6

Edinburgh to Polbeth by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to West Calder hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 59 min.

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