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

The cheapest way to get from Parkhead to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkhead to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Parkhead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkhead to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from St Michaels Lane and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Parkhead and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carntyne and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Parkhead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Parkhead and Edinburgh is 41 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Parkhead to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £18.

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

The train from Carntyne to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Parkhead to Edinburgh bus from?

Parkhead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from St Michaels Lane station.

Where do I catch the Parkhead to Edinburgh train from?

Parkhead to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carntyne station.

Train or bus from Parkhead to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Parkhead to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £18. Alternatively, you can line 240 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Parkhead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Parkhead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Parkhead to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parkhead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkhead to Edinburgh is 43 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Parkhead to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Parkhead to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 240 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Parkhead to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carntyne to Edinburgh WaverleyDalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
1h 14m
£17–18
Drive 43.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Parkhead to Edinburgh43.2 mi
54 min
£11–16
Line 240 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from St Michaels Lane to Buchanan Bus Station240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
1h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Parkhead to Edinburgh43.2 mi
54 min
£120–150
Line 240 bus, bus via Helenvale Street
1. Take the bus from Helenvale Street to Buchanan Bus Station240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes StreetUk090
2h 11m

Parkhead to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 40.6 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Parkhead, Glasgow City, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Carntyne to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Michaels Lane to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 50m.

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