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

From Edinburgh to Lanark by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Lanark in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to West Calder station. Next, take the 34B bus from Police Station, West Calder station to Bus Station, Lanark station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lanark on the Moovit app.

81min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 34B34B
Walk to Lanark
Leaves from Edinburgh

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    West Calder
    24 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Police Station, West Calder
    ID 6290WC01
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 34B34B
    Wait for bus
    34B
    Lanark
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Lanark
    ID 61501204
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to Lanark
    Walk to
    Lanark
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Lanark by train

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

111min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellshill
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Lanark
  • 5
    Ride to train station Lanark
    Ride to train station
    Lanark
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Lanark

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Lanark, Scotland is approximately 63.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Lanark 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 Edinburgh to Lanark

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

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

111min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bellshill
    67 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Lanark
  • 5
    Ride to train station Lanark
    Ride to train station
    Lanark
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 34B.

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

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

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Lanark?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Lanark?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Central station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to West Calder station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till West Calder station near Lanark in Scotland.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Edinburgh and Lanark in Scotland by train and bus is about 1 hr 21 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Central station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

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

    Get off the train at the West Calder stop, which is closest to Lanark in Scotland.

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