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 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 1 hr 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Port Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

104min
Bus - 901901
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Water Street, Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Port Glasgow
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    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bath Street, Glasgow
    ID 609014
    46 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
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Port Glasgow to Edinburgh by train

To get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Port Glasgow station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Port Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

111min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Port Glasgow
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    71 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 105.67 km, which can typically be travelled in 104 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.

Bus And Train schedule from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh

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

To get from Port Glasgow to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Port Glasgow station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Port Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

111min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Port Glasgow

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Port Glasgow
    290 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    34 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    71 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 901, Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 111 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train 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 44 min.

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

    The 901 bus line goes from Glasgow station near Port Glasgow to Bath Street, Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Bath 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 44 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 Bath Street, Glasgow station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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