What is the cheapest way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glasgow and arriving at Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £13 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 55 min and costs £13 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo is 43 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo.

How do I get a bus ticket from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo?

Book your Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
55 min
£14–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo Northbus Uk090
1h 9m
£4–8
Drive 42.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Edinburgh Zoocar 42.4 mi
48 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Edinburgh Zootaxi 42.4 mi
48 min
£120–150
Bus via Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus megabus AIR
1h 17m
£14–17

Scotland to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 45 min. Lumo also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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How to get fromScotland to Edinburgh Zooby train, bus, car or taxi

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

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Drive 42.4 mi

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Bus via Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D