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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie is to bus which costs £10 - £13 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Skelmorlie?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at South Parish Church via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Skelmorlie?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Wemyss Bay via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Skelmorlie is 78 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 22m and costs £27 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 22m and costs £27 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Skelmorlie is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie.

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

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Where can I stay near Skelmorlie?

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Edinburgh to Skelmorlie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wemyss Baytrain Glasgow Central - Wemyss Bay
2h 22m
£28–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Parish Churchbus 906X / ...
3h 7m
£10–12
Drive 78.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Skelmorliecar 78.2 mi
1h 37m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wemyss Baytrain Glasgow Central - Wemyss Bay
2h 53m
£23–86
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Parish Churchbus 906X / ...
3h 8m
£16–19

Edinburgh to Skelmorlie by train and foot

200Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.5 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wemyss Bay via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to South Parish Church via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 7m.

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