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

The cheapest way to get from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lochgilphead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Lochnell Street and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Lochgilphead and Edinburgh is 130 miles. The road distance is 128.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 51m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lochgilphead to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where does the Lochgilphead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Lochgilphead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Lochgilphead to Edinburgh is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1692+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lochgilphead 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
3h 51m
£31–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 58m
£18–26
Drive 127.7 mi
1. Drive from Lochgilphead to Edinburghcar 127.7 mi
2h 38m
£32–45
Bus via Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
1. Take the bus from Lochnell Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus megabus AIR
4h 28m
£27–37
Drive, train
1. Drive from Lochgilphead to Gourockcar
2. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 49m
£49–61

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lochgilphead to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Lochnell Street to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 58m.

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