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

The cheapest way to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Saltcoats and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltcoats station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats Station and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Saltcoats and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Saltcoats to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Saltcoats to Edinburgh?

The distance between Saltcoats and Edinburgh is 77 miles. The road distance is 74.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 55m and costs £27 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Edinburgh bus from?

Saltcoats to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Saltcoats Station.

Where do I catch the Saltcoats to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Saltcoats to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Saltcoats to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 1h 55m and costs £27 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Saltcoats to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Saltcoats to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Saltcoats to Edinburgh train arrive?

Saltcoats to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Saltcoats to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltcoats to Edinburgh is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Saltcoats to Edinburgh.

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

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Saltcoats to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow CentralLargs - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 55m
£28–86
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow CentralLargs - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 33m
£12–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Saltcoats to Glasgow CentralLargs - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
2h 36m
£15–32
Drive 73.9 mi
1. Drive from Saltcoats to Edinburgh73.9 mi
1h 37m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saltcoats Station to Buchanan Bus StationX36
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
2h 41m
£15–22

Saltcoats to Edinburgh by train and foot

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Distance: 77 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Saltcoats to Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saltcoats Station to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 41m.

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