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 266 bus from Coltness Avenue, Allanton station to Shotts Station, Shotts station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Shotts station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min.

50min
Bus - 266266
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Coltness Avenue, Allanton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 266266
    Wait for bus
    266
    Dykehead
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shotts Station, Shotts
    ID 6160455
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shotts
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 365 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 365 bus from Coltness Avenue, Allanton station to School Street, Shotts station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Shotts station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min.

66min
Bus - 365365
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Coltness Avenue, Allanton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 365365
    Wait for bus
    365
    Torbothie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    School Street, Shotts
    ID 6160454
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shotts
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    34 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 31.18 mi, which can typically be travelled in 50 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 South St David Street, Edinburgh.

Train stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • South St David Street, Edinburgh
  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • North Bridge, Old Town

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 365 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Edinburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 365 bus from Coltness Avenue, Allanton station to School Street, Shotts station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Shotts station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min.

66min
Bus - 365365
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Coltness Avenue, Allanton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 365365
    Wait for bus
    365
    Torbothie
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    School Street, Shotts
    ID 6160454
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shotts
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 266, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 66 minutes, using Bus line 365, 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 50 min.

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

    The 266 bus line goes from Dykehead station near Edinburgh to Shotts Station, Shotts 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 50 min.

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

    Get on the 266 bus from the Dykehead 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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