What is the cheapest way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £24 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Musselburgh Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queen Margaret University and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Musselburgh Station and Edinburgh is 5 miles. The road distance is 7 miles.

How do I travel from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 8 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

The train from Musselburgh to Edinburgh Waverley takes 8 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Queen Margaret University station.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh train from?

Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by First ScotRail, depart from Musselburgh station.

Train or bus from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 8 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 47 min.

Where does the Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by First ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh?

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Musselburgh Station to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Musselburgh to Edinburgh Waverleytrain North Berwick - Edinburgh / ...
8 min
Drive 7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Musselburgh Station to Edinburghcar 7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queen Margaret University to Princes Streetbus 30 / ...
47 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Musselburgh Station to Edinburghtaxi 7 mi
17 min
£24–30

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Musselburgh Station, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

First ScotRail operates a train from Musselburgh to Edinburgh Waverley hourly, and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Queen Margaret University to Princes Street every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 47 min. East Coast Buses also services this route every 2 hours.

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