What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian is to bus and line 29 bus via Terminus which costs £6 - £9 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Arniston Engine via Frederick Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Midlothian?

The distance between Glasgow and Midlothian is 59 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Midlothian without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £24 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Midlothian?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Glasgow to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Midlothian bus from?

Glasgow to Midlothian bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Midlothian train from?

Glasgow to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Midlothian is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 29 bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Glasgow to Midlothian bus arrive?

Glasgow to Midlothian bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Glasgow to Midlothian train arrive?

Glasgow to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Midlothian is 54 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Glasgow to Midlothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Midlothian?

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Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2270+ hotels available in Midlothian.

Glasgow to Midlothian - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 29 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Midlothian by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GorebridgeEdinburgh - Tweedbank
1h 44m
£25–83
Bus, line 29 bus via Terminus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes StreetUk090
2. Take the bus from Frederick Street to Terminus29
2h 31m
£6–9
Bus, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
2. Take the bus from Frederick Street to Arniston Engine29
2h 22m
£12–15
Drive 54 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Midlothian54 mi
57 min
£14–19

Glasgow to Midlothian by train

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Midlothian, Scotland?

You can take a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Arniston Engine via Princes Street and Frederick Street in around 2h 22m.

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