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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Scotstoun?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Scotstoun station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Scotstoun?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Scotstounhill. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Scotstoun?

The distance between Edinburgh and Scotstoun is 52 miles. The road distance is 50.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun without a car is to train via Glasgow Queen Street which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus from?

Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scotstoun train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Scotstoun?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun is to train via Glasgow Queen Street which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 906 bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scotstoun train arrive?

Edinburgh to Scotstoun train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Scotstoun?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Scotstoun is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Edinburgh to Scotstoun.

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

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Where can I stay near Scotstoun?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Scotstoun.

Edinburgh to Scotstoun - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 906 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Scotstoun by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow Queen Street
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
1h 28m
£21–22
Bus, line 906 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
1h 49m
£10–19
Drive 50.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Scotstouncar 50.5 mi
1h 1m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Scotstounhilltrain Edinburgh - Dalmuir / ...
1h 37m
£21–22
Train #2
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Particktrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 47m
£14–22
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Scotstounhill Stationbus 6
2h 13m

Edinburgh to Scotstoun by train and foot

315Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.6 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–19 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 49m.

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