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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Springburn is to bus which costs £4 - £14 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Springburn is to train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Springburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Springburn station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Springburn station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Springburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Springburn. Services depart six times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Springburn?

The distance between Edinburgh and Springburn is 46 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Springburn without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £12.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Springburn takes 54 min including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Springburn bus from?

Edinburgh to Springburn bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Springburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Springburn?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Springburn is to train which takes 54 min and costs £11 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £14 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Springburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Springburn train arrive?

Edinburgh to Springburn train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Springburn station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Springburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Springburn is 45 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Edinburgh to Springburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Springburn?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to SpringburnEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
54 min
£11–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
1h 32m
£4–14
Drive 45.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Springburn45.1 mi
55 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Springburn45.1 mi
55 min
£130–160
Train via Glasgow Queen Street
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to SpringburnMilngavie - Springburn / ...
1h 14m
£19–78

Edinburgh to Springburn by train

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Distance: 46.1 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Springburn 6 times a week. Tickets cost £11–12 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 1h 18m. FlixBus also services this route hourly.

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