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 £15 - £20 and takes 3h 15m.

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 38m and costs £19 - £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 Shandwick Place and arriving at South Parish Church via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

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 53m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Skelmorlie is 77 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 which takes 2h 53m and costs £24 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place 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 which takes 2h 53m and costs £24 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £20 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Skelmorlie bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Skelmorlie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Skelmorlie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Skelmorlie is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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
£25–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Parish Churchbus 906X / ...
3h 15m
£16–19
Drive 78.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Skelmorliecar 78.2 mi
1h 38m
£19–28
Bus via Princes Street
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 16m
£16–19

Edinburgh to Skelmorlie by train

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Distance: 76.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wemyss Bay via Glasgow Central in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to South Parish Church via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

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