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

The cheapest way to get from Portlethen to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portlethen to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portlethen and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlethen and arriving at George Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Portlethen and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portlethen and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Portlethen to Edinburgh?

The distance between Portlethen and Edinburgh is 152 miles. The road distance is 114.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portlethen to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £60 - £120.

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

The train from Portlethen to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portlethen to Edinburgh bus from?

Portlethen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Portlethen station.

Where do I catch the Portlethen to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Portlethen to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Portlethen to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Portlethen to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Portlethen to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Portlethen to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portlethen to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlethen to Edinburgh is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Portlethen to Edinburgh.

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

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Portlethen to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Portlethen to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portlethen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh
2h 44m
£60–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portlethen to George Streetbus Ember
3h 24m
£13–19
Drive 113.6 mi
1. Drive from Portlethen to Edinburghcar 113.6 mi
2h 8m
£28–40
Train via Montrose
1. Take the train from Portlethen to Montrosetrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
3h 10m
£42–95
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Portlethen to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
3h 52m
£19–33
Bus via Union Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
3h 53m
£16–28

Portlethen to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Portlethen to Edinburgh Waverley 3 times a day. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Portlethen to George Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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