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

From Brechin to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Brechin to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 30 bus from Mackie Motors, Brechin station to Co-Op, Montrose station. Next, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Montrose station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Brechin may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

153min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3030
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from Mackie Motors, Brechin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mackie Motors, Brechin
    ID 6490IM040
    330 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Montrose
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Co-Op, Montrose
    ID 6490IM025
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Montrose
    300 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    116 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brechin to Edinburgh by bus and train via E1, 17 and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from Brechin to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the E1 bus from Bank Street, Brechin station to Stobswell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Dundee station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Brechin may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E1E1
Bus - 1717
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from Bank Street, Brechin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bank Street, Brechin
    ID 6490IM460
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - E1E1
    Wait for bus
    E1
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stobswell
    ID 6400PT1708
    39 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Ninewells
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Whitehall Street, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400L0005
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dundee
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    81 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Brechin to Edinburgh

The distance between Brechin, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 159.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 153 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brechin to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Brechin to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train schedule from Brechin to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Brechin) and destination (Edinburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brechin to Edinburgh by bus and train via E1, 17 and CROSSCOUNTRY

To get from Brechin to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the E1 bus from Bank Street, Brechin station to Stobswell station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 17 bus and finally take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Dundee station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Brechin may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

140min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E1E1
Bus - 1717
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Leaves from Bank Street, Brechin

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bank Street, Brechin
    ID 6490IM460
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - E1E1
    Wait for bus
    E1
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stobswell
    ID 6400PT1708
    39 min
  • 4
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Ninewells
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Whitehall Street, Dundee City Centre
    ID 6400L0005
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dundee
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    81 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 153 minutes, using Bus line 30, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

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

    The alternative route takes 140 minutes, using Bus line E1, Bus line 17, Train line CROSSCOUNTRY.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 33 min.

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

    The 30 bus line goes from Mackie Motors, Brechin station near Brechin to Montrose station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Montrose station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Brechin and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 33 min.

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

    Get on the 30 bus from the Mackie Motors, Brechin stop near Brechin in Scotland.

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

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

  • When is the last bus from Brechin to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The last bus from Brechin to Edinburgh in Scotland is the Bridge of Don - Edinburgh line. It leaves the Bank Street, Brechin stop at 00:28.

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