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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Edinburgh is to line 38 bus and bus via Shandwick Place which costs £14 - £20 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Laighcartside Street and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Edinburgh?

The distance between Johnstone and Edinburgh is 56 miles. The road distance is 59.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £15 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Johnstone to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Edinburgh bus from?

Johnstone to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Laighcartside Street station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Edinburgh train from?

Johnstone to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Johnstone to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £15 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Johnstone to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Johnstone to Edinburgh bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Johnstone to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Johnstone to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Edinburgh is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Johnstone to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 3m
£16–48
Line 38 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Laighcartside Street to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 30m
£14–19
Drive 59.4 mi
1. Drive from Johnstone to Edinburghcar 59.4 mi
1h 10m
£15–21
Line 38 bus, bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Laighcartside Street to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 37m
£14–19

Johnstone to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laighcartside Street to Princes Street via Bath Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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