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How to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 38E bus from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank station to George Square, Glasgow station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 38E38E
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank
    ID 60902790
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 38E38E
    Wait for bus
    38E
    Baillieston
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    George Square, Glasgow
    ID 609088
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 38B, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 38B bus from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank station to Railway Station, Giffnock station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 38B38B
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank
    ID 60902790
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 38B38B
    Wait for bus
    38B
    Barlanark
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station, Giffnock
    ID 6120130
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Giffnock
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    17 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    68 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Edinburgh

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 56.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
  • South St David Street, Edinburgh

Alternative route by bus and train via 38B, SCOTRAIL and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 38B bus from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank station to Railway Station, Giffnock station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 38B38B
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank
    ID 60902790
    430 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 38B38B
    Wait for bus
    38B
    Barlanark
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Railway Station, Giffnock
    ID 6120130
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Giffnock
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    17 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    68 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 38E, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh?

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 38B, Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The 38E bus line goes from Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank station near Edinburgh to Baillieston station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Edinburgh station near Edinburgh in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Edinburgh to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the 38E bus from the Thornliebank Ind Est, Thornliebank stop near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Edinburgh and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Edinburgh station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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