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

The cheapest way to get from Reston to Edinburgh is to line 253 bus and bus which costs £9 - £13 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reston to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Reston and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Reston station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Reston Station and arriving at Princes Street via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Reston to Edinburgh?

The distance between Reston and Edinburgh is 50 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reston to Edinburgh without a car is to line 253 bus and train via Railway Station which takes 1h 40m and costs £7 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Reston to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reston to Edinburgh bus from?

Reston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Reston Station.

Where does the Reston to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Reston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Reston to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Reston to Edinburgh is 47 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Reston to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Reston to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 253 bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 253 bus, train via Railway Station
best
1. Take the bus from Reston Station to Railway Stationbus 253
2. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
1h 40m
£7–16
Line 253 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ladeside to Berwick stationbus 253
2. Take the train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 41m
£7–24
Drive 47.1 mi
1. Drive from Reston to Edinburghcar 47.1 mi
55 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reston to Edinburghtaxi 47.1 mi
55 min
£130–170
Line 253 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Reston Station to Railway Stationbus 253
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Princes Streetbus X7 / ...
2h 8m
£9–12

Reston to Edinburgh by bus and train

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1h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Reston Station to Princes Street via Railway Station in around 2h 8m.

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