How to get from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss by bus and train?

Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss runs from 06:00 to 23:45, with departures every 15 min-1 hr 30 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss by bus and train

To get from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss in Argyll And Bute, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the 305 bus from Craiglomond Gardens, Balloch station to Visitor Centre, Luss station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Thistle Street, Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Luss on the Moovit app.

169min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 305305
Walk to Luss
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Edinburgh
    700 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    480 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Balloch
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Balloch
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Craiglomond Gardens, Balloch
    ID 6080422
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 305305
    Wait for bus
    305
    Luss
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Visitor Centre, Luss
    ID 6070604
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Luss
    Walk to
    Luss
    Pier Road
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss

The distance between Thistle Street, Edinburgh, Argyll And Bute and Luss, Argyll And Bute is approximately 126.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Argyll And Bute – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss

To check the bus and train timetable from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Thistle Street, Edinburgh) and destination (Luss), 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss?

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 305.

  • Is there a direct train between Thistle Street, Edinburgh and Luss?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Edinburgh station near Thistle Street, Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Glasgow Queen Street station near Luss in Argyll And Bute.

  • How long does it take to travel from Thistle Street, Edinburgh to Luss by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Thistle Street, Edinburgh in Edinburgh and Luss in Argyll And Bute by train and bus is about 2 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Thistle Street, Edinburgh to get to Luss?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Edinburgh station near Thistle Street, Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Thistle Street, Edinburgh and Luss?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street stop, which is closest to Luss in Argyll And Bute.

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