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

From Salsburgh to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Salsburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 202 bus from David Street, Salsburgh station to Callon Street, Airdrie station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Airdrie station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Salsburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 202202
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from David Street, Salsburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    David Street, Salsburgh
    ID 6160691
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 202202
    Wait for bus
    202
    Shawhead
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Callon Street, Airdrie
    ID 6160946
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Airdrie
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Salsburgh to Edinburgh by bus and train via 236, 23 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Salsburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 236 bus from David Street, Salsburgh station to Harthill Police Station, Harthill station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Shotts station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Salsburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

105min
Bus - 236236
Bus - 2323
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from David Street, Salsburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Salsburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 236236
    Wait for bus
    236
    Harthill
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harthill Police Station, Harthill
    ID 6160497
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Old Eastfield Street, Harthill
    ID 6160496
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stane
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dyfrig Street, Shotts
    ID 6160456
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shotts
    230 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 9
    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 Salsburgh to Edinburgh

The distance between Salsburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 67.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Salsburgh 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 Salsburgh to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train schedule from Salsburgh to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Salsburgh) 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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Alternative route from Salsburgh to Edinburgh by bus and train via 236, 23 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Salsburgh to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 236 bus from David Street, Salsburgh station to Harthill Police Station, Harthill station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 23 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Shotts station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Salsburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

105min
Bus - 236236
Bus - 2323
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from David Street, Salsburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Salsburgh
  • 2
    Bus - 236236
    Wait for bus
    236
    Harthill
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Harthill Police Station, Harthill
    ID 6160497
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Old Eastfield Street, Harthill
    ID 6160496
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stane
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dyfrig Street, Shotts
    ID 6160456
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Shotts
    230 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 9
    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 Salsburgh to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 202, Train line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 105 minutes, using Bus line 236, Bus line 23, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Salsburgh 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 22 min.

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

    The 202 bus line goes from David Street, Salsburgh station near Salsburgh to Shawhead station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Shawhead station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Salsburgh and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 1 hr 22 min.

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

    Get on the 202 bus from the David Street, Salsburgh stop near Salsburgh in Scotland.

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

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

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