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. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Danes Drive via West Regent Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

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 35m.

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 - £80.

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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 3 bus, which costs and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Scotstoun bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 1482+ hotels available in Scotstoun.

Edinburgh to Scotstoun - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 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
£20–79
Drive 50.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Scotstouncar 50.5 mi
1h 1m
£13–18
Bus, line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from West Regent Street to Danes Drivebus 3
2h 5m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Scotstounhilltrain Edinburgh - Dalmuir / ...
1h 35m
£14–35
Train #2
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Particktrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
1h 48m
£13–22
Bus, line 3 bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgowbus Uk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from West Regent Street to Danes Drivebus 3
2h 15m

Edinburgh to Scotstoun by train and foot

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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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 20 minutes. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Danes Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and West Regent Street in around 2h 5m.

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