How to get from Dalkeith to Edinburgh by train?

From Dalkeith to Edinburgh by train

Take one direct train from Dalkeith to Edinburgh in Edinburgh: take the SCOTRAIL train from Eskbank station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min.

31min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Eskbank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Eskbank
    250 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Dalkeith to Edinburgh by bus

Take one direct bus from Dalkeith to Edinburgh in Edinburgh: take the 29 bus from Tesco, Eskbank station to South Bridge, Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Bus - 2929
Walk to Edinburgh
Leaves from Tesco, Eskbank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Dalkeith
  • 2
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Silverknowes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Bridge, Old Town
    ID 6200240130
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh
    Walk to
    Edinburgh
    280 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dalkeith to Edinburgh

The distance between Dalkeith, Edinburgh and Edinburgh, Edinburgh is approximately 13.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dalkeith to Edinburgh by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Dalkeith

Dalkeith is located at Dalkeith, Edinburgh and the nearest public transport station is Tesco, Eskbank.

Bus stations close to Dalkeith:

  • Tesco, Eskbank
  • Muirpark, Eskbank
  • Eskbank

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the nearest public transport station is Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

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

Related Routes

From Dalkeith to Edinburgh by bus

Take one direct bus from Dalkeith to Edinburgh in Edinburgh: take the 29 bus from Tesco, Eskbank station to South Bridge, Old Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Bus - 2929
Walk to Edinburgh
Leaves from Tesco, Eskbank

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Dalkeith
  • 2
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Silverknowes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Bridge, Old Town
    ID 6200240130
    45 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh
    Walk to
    Edinburgh
    280 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 29.

  • Is there a direct train between Dalkeith and Edinburgh?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Dalkeith in Scotland to Edinburgh in Edinburgh in 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Dalkeith to Edinburgh?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Eskbank station near Dalkeith in Scotland to Edinburgh station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dalkeith to Edinburgh by train?

    The total travel time between Dalkeith in Scotland and Edinburgh in Edinburgh by train is about 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Dalkeith to get to Edinburgh?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Eskbank station near Dalkeith in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Dalkeith and Edinburgh?

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

  • When is the first train from Dalkeith to Edinburgh?

    The first train from Dalkeith in Scotland to Edinburgh in Edinburgh is ScotRail. It leaves the Eskbank station at 09:24.

  • When is the last bus from Dalkeith to Edinburgh?

    The last bus from Dalkeith in Scotland to Edinburgh in Edinburgh is the Birkenside - Silverknowes line. It leaves the Tesco, Eskbank stop at 07:10.

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