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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Edinburgh?

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

How far is it from Lanark to Edinburgh?

The distance between Lanark and Edinburgh is 40 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Lanark to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Edinburgh bus from?

Lanark to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Edinburgh train from?

Lanark to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carluke station.

Train or bus from Lanark to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Lanark to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £12 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Lanark to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Lanark to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Lanark to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lanark to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Edinburgh is 33 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Lanark to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lanark to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Police Stationbus 34A / ...
2. Take the train from West Calder to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 43m
Drive 33.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Edinburghcar 33.1 mi
52 min
£9–12
Train
1. Take the train from Carluke to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 3m
£12–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lanark to Edinburghtaxi 33.1 mi
52 min
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Bus Terminalbus 34A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Princes Streetbus X27 / ...
2h 14m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lanark to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Carluke to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Princes Street via Bus Terminal in around 2h 14m.

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