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

The cheapest way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to line 3 bus and bus via Shandwick Place which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Scotstoun and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotstoun to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Danes Drive and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Scotstoun and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Scotstounhill and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

The distance between Scotstoun and Edinburgh is 52 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level which takes 1h 21m and costs £10 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus from?

Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Danes Drive station.

Where do I catch the Scotstoun to Edinburgh train from?

Scotstoun to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Scotstoun to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level which takes 1h 21m and costs £10 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Scotstoun to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Sauchiehall Lane station.

Where does the Scotstoun to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotstoun to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotstoun to Edinburgh is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Scotstoun to Edinburgh.

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

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Scotstoun to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 21m
£10–44
Line 3 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Danes Drive to Sauchiehall Lanebus 3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 3m
£12–18
Drive 50.4 mi
1. Drive from Scotstoun to Edinburghcar 50.4 mi
1h 2m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Scotstounhill to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m
£21–40
Line 3 bus, bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Danes Drive to Sauchiehall Lanebus 3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
2h 5m
£12–18
Line 3 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Danes Drive to Garnet Streetbus 3
2. Take the train from Charing Cross (Glasgow) to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 11m
£22–38

Scotstoun to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Scotstoun, Glasgow City, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Danes Drive to Princes Street via Sauchiehall Lane and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 3m.

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