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

From Edinburgh to Tarbert by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Tarbert in Scotland, you’ll need to take one train line and one bus line: take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Helensburgh Central station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 302 bus and finally take the 926 from Ballyhennan Crescent, Tarbet station to Bus Terminal, Tarbert station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 58 min.

298min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 302302
926302
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Helensburgh Central
    128 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Helensburgh Railway Station, Helensburgh
    ID 6070524
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 302302
    Wait for bus
    302
    Succoth
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ballyhennan Crescent, Tarbet
    ID 60707616
    32 min
  • 7
    926302
    Wait for
    926
    Campbeltown
  • 8
    Travel to Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    Travel to
    Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    ID 60709375
    116 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Tarbert by and train

To get from Edinburgh to Tarbert in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the 926 from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station to Bus Terminal, Tarbert station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 58 min.

298min
Train - SCOTRAIL
926
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    83 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903771
    550 m • 8 min
  • 5
    926SCOTRAIL
    Wait for
    926
    Campbeltown
  • 6
    Travel to Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    Travel to
    Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    ID 60709375
    185 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Tarbert

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Tarbert, Scotland is approximately 230.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 298 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Tarbert by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh

Edinburgh is located at Edinburgh, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Waterloo Place, Edinburgh.

Bus stations close to Edinburgh:

  • Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
  • Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
  • Museum Of Childhood, Canongate

Public transport stations close to Tarbert, Scotland

Tarbert is located at Tarbert, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Oakfield, Tarbert.

Bus stations close to Tarbert:

  • Oakfield, Tarbert
  • Bus Terminal, Tarbert
  • Hotel, Tarbert

Ferry stations close to Tarbert:

  • Tarbert (Loch Fyne) Ferry Terminal, Tarbert

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From Edinburgh to Tarbert by and train

To get from Edinburgh to Tarbert in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Glasgow Queen Street station. Next, take the 926 from Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station to Bus Terminal, Tarbert station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 58 min.

298min
Train - SCOTRAIL
926
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Helensburgh Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    83 min
  • 4
    Walk to
    Walk to
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903771
    550 m • 8 min
  • 5
    926SCOTRAIL
    Wait for
    926
    Campbeltown
  • 6
    Travel to Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    Travel to
    Bus Terminal, Tarbert
    ID 60709375
    185 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 298 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 302,.

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

    The alternative route takes 298 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL,.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Tarbert in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Tarbert in Scotland?

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

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Tarbert in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Tarbert in Scotland?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Tarbert in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Helensburgh Central station, which is closest to Tarbert in Scotland.

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