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

The cheapest way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Tranent and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Elder Court and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Tranent and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prestonpans and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Tranent to Edinburgh?

The distance between Tranent and Edinburgh is 9 miles. The road distance is 11.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £7.

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

The train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverley takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tranent to Edinburgh bus from?

Tranent to Edinburgh bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from Elder Court station.

Where do I catch the Tranent to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Tranent to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Tranent to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Tranent to Edinburgh bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Tranent to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tranent to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Tranent to Edinburgh is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Tranent to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverleytrain North Berwick - Edinburgh / ...
14 min
£5–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elder Court to Princes Streetbus X4
50 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tranent to Edinburghtaxi 11.4 mi
20 min
£35–45
Drive 11.4 mi
1. Drive from Tranent to Edinburghcar 11.4 mi
20 min
£3–4

Tranent to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, East Coast Buses operates a bus from Elder Court to Princes Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 50 min.

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