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

The cheapest way to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Thankerton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Thankerton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Sherifflatts Road and arriving at Home Street via John Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Thankerton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Thankerton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carluke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Thankerton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Thankerton and Edinburgh is 36 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thankerton to Edinburgh bus from?

Thankerton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Thankerton to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Thankerton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 2h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Thankerton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Thankerton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Home Street station.

Where does the Thankerton to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thankerton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Thankerton to Edinburgh is 32 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Thankerton to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Thankerton to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Thankerton to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from John Street to Home Streetbus 101 / ...
2h 1m
Drive 32.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thankerton to Edinburghcar 32.1 mi
50 min
£8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Carluke to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 32m
£20–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Thankerton to Edinburghtaxi 32.1 mi
50 min
£95–120

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from John Street to Home Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Carluke to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 48 min.

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