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

The cheapest way to get from Giffnock to Edinburgh is to line 4 bus and bus via Glasgow which costs £5 - £10 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Giffnock to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Giffnock and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Giffnock station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Giffnock to Edinburgh?

The distance between Giffnock and Edinburgh is 52 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Giffnock to Edinburgh without a car is to line 38 bus and train which takes 1h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Giffnock to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Giffnock to Edinburgh bus from?

Giffnock to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Railway Station.

Where does the Giffnock to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Giffnock to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Giffnock to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Giffnock to Edinburgh is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Giffnock to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Giffnock to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and line 4 bus

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

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

Line 38 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to George Squarebus 38A / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 38m
Line 4 bus, bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 13m
£6–10
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
1h 53m
£11–17
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Giffnock to Edinburghcar 49.9 mi
1h 1m
£13–18

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 51.5 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 53m.

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