How to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and train?

From Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and train

To get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo in Edinburgh, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Motherwell station to Haymarket station. Next, take the 26 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Silvan House, Corstorphine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh Zoo on the Moovit app.

72min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 2626
Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200246930
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2626
    Wait for bus
    26
    Clermiston
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Silvan House, Corstorphine
    ID 6200247070
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Zoo
    122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH12 6UD, UK
    810 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 31

To get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo in Edinburgh, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Motherwell station to Haymarket station. Next, take the 31 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Silvan House, Corstorphine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh Zoo on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 3131
Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200246930
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    East Craigs
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Silvan House, Corstorphine
    ID 6200247070
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Zoo
    122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH12 6UD, UK
    810 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo

The distance between Motherwell and Edinburgh Zoo is approximately 61.3 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo

To check the bus and train schedule from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Motherwell) and destination (Edinburgh Zoo), 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 Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by bus and train via CROSSCOUNTRY and 31

To get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo in Edinburgh, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Motherwell station to Haymarket station. Next, take the 31 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Silvan House, Corstorphine station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 17 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh Zoo on the Moovit app.

77min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Bus - 3131
Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200246930
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    East Craigs
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Silvan House, Corstorphine
    ID 6200247070
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Edinburgh Zoo
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Zoo
    122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH12 6UD, UK
    810 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 26.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo?

    The alternative route takes 77 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line 31.

  • Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Edinburgh Zoo?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Plymouth station near Motherwell in Motherwell to Haymarket station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Haymarket station near Edinburgh Zoo.

  • How long does it take to travel from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Motherwell and Edinburgh Zoo by train and bus is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Motherwell to get to Edinburgh Zoo?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Plymouth station near Motherwell in Motherwell.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Motherwell and Edinburgh Zoo?

    Get off the train at the Haymarket stop, which is closest to Edinburgh Zoo.

  • When is the first train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo?

    The first train from Motherwell in Motherwell to Edinburgh Zoo in Edinburgh is ScotRail. It leaves the Motherwell station at 05:48.

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