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

From Greenock to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 901 bus from Stance 1, Greenock station to Bath Street, Glasgow station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The bus and train schedule from Greenock may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

123min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 901901
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Stance 1, Greenock

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stance 1, Greenock
    ID 6130443
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bath Street, Glasgow
    ID 609014
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    450 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Greenock to Edinburgh by train

To get from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Greenock West station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Larbert station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Greenock may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

148min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Greenock West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Greenock West
    490 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Larbert
    27 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Greenock to Edinburgh

The distance between Greenock, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 115.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Greenock 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 Greenock to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train schedule from Greenock to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Greenock) 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.

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From Greenock to Edinburgh by train

To get from Greenock to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Greenock West station to Glasgow Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Larbert station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Greenock may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

148min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Greenock West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Greenock West
    490 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Larbert
    27 min
  • 7
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 8
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Bus line 901, Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 148 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Greenock 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 3 min.

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

    The 901 bus line goes from Stance 1, Greenock station near Greenock to Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Greenock and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 2 hr 3 min.

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

    Get on the 901 bus from the Stance 1, Greenock stop near Greenock in Scotland.

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

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

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