How to get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus and train?

From Port Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 901 bus from Water Street, Port Glasgow station to Cathedral 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 1 hr 55 min.

115min
Bus - 901901
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Water Street, Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Port Glasgow
  • 2
    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathedral Street, Glasgow
    ID 6090109
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    57 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus and train via 906 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 906 bus from Water Street, Port Glasgow station to Cathedral 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 120 min.

120min
Bus - 906906
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Water Street, Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Port Glasgow
  • 2
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathedral Street, Glasgow
    ID 6090109
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh

The distance between Port Glasgow, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 69.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Port Glasgow 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 Port Glasgow

Port Glasgow is located at Port Glasgow, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Balfour Street, Port Glasgow.

Train stations close to Port Glasgow:

  • Port Glasgow
  • Bogston
  • Whinhill

Bus stations close to Port Glasgow:

  • Balfour Street, Port Glasgow
  • Bus Station, Port Glasgow
  • Shore Street, Port Glasgow

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
  • Museum Of Childhood, Canongate
  • Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh

Related Routes

Alternative route from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh by bus and train via 906 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 906 bus from Water Street, Port Glasgow station to Cathedral 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 120 min.

120min
Bus - 906906
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Water Street, Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Port Glasgow
  • 2
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cathedral Street, Glasgow
    ID 6090109
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    53 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 901, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 120 minutes, using Bus line 906, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Get on the 901 bus from the Glasgow stop near Port Glasgow in Scotland.

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

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

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