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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Wishaw is to rideshare which costs £7 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Wishaw is to train which takes 42 min and costs £13 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Wishaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Wishaw. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Lomond Drive via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Wishaw?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Wishaw. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Wishaw?

The distance between Edinburgh and Wishaw is 41 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wishaw without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £13 - £26.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wishaw takes 42 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wishaw bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Wishaw train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Wishaw?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Wishaw is to train which takes 42 min and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 242 bus, which costs and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Wishaw bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Wishaw bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Wishaw train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Wishaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Wishaw is 34 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Edinburgh to Wishaw.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Wishaw train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Wishaw?

There are 948+ hotels available in Wishaw.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Wishaw?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Wishaw. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh to Wishaw - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 242 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wishawtrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
42 min
£13–26
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Motherwellrideshare 36.4 mi
1h 4m
£7
Bus, line 242 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 900
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Lomond Drivebus 242
2h 19m
Drive 33.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Wishawcar 33.5 mi
57 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Wishawtaxi 33.5 mi
57 min
£100–120

Edinburgh to Wishaw by train

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Distance: 40.8 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wishaw every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–26 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Lomond Drive via Maxim Business Park in around 2h 19m.

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