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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Hunterfield and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Midlothian to Edinburgh?

The distance between Midlothian and Edinburgh is 11 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £9.

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

The train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Edinburgh bus from?

Midlothian to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from New Hunterfield station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Edinburgh train from?

Midlothian to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gorebridge station.

Train or bus from Midlothian to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Edinburgh is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Midlothian to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Midlothian to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Midlothian to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Edinburgh is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Midlothian to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Midlothian to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh WaverleyTweedbank - Edinburgh
28 min
£8–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Hunterfield to Surgeons' HallN3 / ...
50 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Midlothian to Edinburgh11.1 mi
19 min
£35–45
Drive 11.1 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Edinburgh11.1 mi
19 min
£3–4

Midlothian to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from New Hunterfield to Surgeons' Hall every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 50 min. Borders Buses also services this route hourly.

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