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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Polmont is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Polmont is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Polmont?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Black Bull Inn. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Polmont?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Polmont. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Polmont?

The distance between Edinburgh and Polmont is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Polmont without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Polmont takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Polmont bus from?

Edinburgh to Polmont bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Polmont train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Polmont?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Polmont is to train which takes 27 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Polmont bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Polmont bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Black Bull Inn station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Polmont train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Polmont?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Polmont is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Edinburgh to Polmont.

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

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Where can I stay near Polmont?

There are 803+ hotels available in Polmont.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Polmonttrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
27 min
£6–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Black Bull Innbus X38
1h 18m
Drive 21.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Polmontcar 21.7 mi
33 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Polmonttaxi 21.7 mi
33 min
£65–80

Edinburgh to Polmont by train

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Distance: 22.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Polmont every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Black Bull Inn every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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