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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Skirling is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Skirling is to train and taxi which takes 42 min and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Skirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Skirling. However, there are services departing from Home Street and arriving at Skirling Green via John Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Skirling?

The distance between Edinburgh and Skirling is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Skirling without a car is to train and taxi which takes 42 min and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Edinburgh to Skirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Skirling bus from?

Edinburgh to Skirling bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Home Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Skirling bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Skirling bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at John Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Skirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Skirling is 28 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Edinburgh to Skirling.

Where can I stay near Skirling?

There are 140+ hotels available in Skirling.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairstrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the taxi from Carstairs to Skirlingtaxi
42 min
£38–110
Drive 27.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Skirlingcar 27.4 mi
43 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Home Street to John Streetbus 101 / ...
2h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Skirlingtaxi 27.4 mi
43 min
£80–100

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Home Street to John Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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