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

From Edinburgh to East Kilbride by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to East Kilbride in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the 18 bus from Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow station to Bus Station, East Kilbride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to East Kilbride on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 1818
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    53 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gallery Of Modern Art, Glasgow
    ID 609067
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Greenhills
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Bus Station, East Kilbride
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501013
    48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Edinburgh to East Kilbride by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 6

To get from Edinburgh to East Kilbride in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the 6 bus from Garth Street, Glasgow station to Bus Station, East Kilbride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to East Kilbride on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 66
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Garth Street, Glasgow
    ID 609065
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Calderwood
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Bus Station, East Kilbride
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501624
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to East Kilbride

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland is approximately 96.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to East Kilbride 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 Edinburgh to East Kilbride

To check the bus and train schedule from Edinburgh to East Kilbride using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (East Kilbride), 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 Edinburgh to East Kilbride by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 6

To get from Edinburgh to East Kilbride in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the 6 bus from Garth Street, Glasgow station to Bus Station, East Kilbride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to East Kilbride on the Moovit app.

115min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 66
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Garth Street, Glasgow
    ID 609065
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Calderwood
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Bus Station, East Kilbride
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, East Kilbride
    ID 61501624
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 18.

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

    The alternative route takes 115 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 6.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and East Kilbride in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to East Kilbride in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Glasgow Queen Street station near East Kilbride in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and East Kilbride in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to East Kilbride in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and East Kilbride in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street stop, which is closest to East Kilbride in Scotland.

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