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

The cheapest way to get from Rhu to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhu to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Rhu and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhu to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Rhu Ellan Court and arriving at Princes Street via Helensburgh station, Shopping Centre Entrance and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Rhu and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Rhu to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Rhu to Edinburgh?

The distance between Rhu and Edinburgh is 68 miles. The road distance is 71 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhu to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Rhu to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhu to Edinburgh bus from?

Rhu to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Shopping Centre Entrance station.

Where do I catch the Rhu to Edinburgh train from?

Rhu to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Helensburgh Central station.

Train or bus from Rhu to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Rhu to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Rhu to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Rhu to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Mitchell Street station.

Where does the Rhu to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhu to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhu to Edinburgh is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Rhu to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2804+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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There are 3 ways to get from Rhu to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2h 36m
£25–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Mitchell Streetbus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 16m
£17–29
Drive 70.6 mi
1. Drive from Rhu to Edinburghcar 70.6 mi
1h 37m
£18–26

Rhu to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Helensburgh Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rhu Ellan Court to Princes Street via Helensburgh station, Shopping Centre Entrance, Mitchell Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 16m.

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