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By car (437 km)
5 h 12 min
437 km.
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437 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glenrothes
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$30.38

Bus operators

Stagecoach East Scotland

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Princes Street to Glenrothes
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Bus from Bus Station to Station
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.42–$4.81
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49
Bus from Bus Station to The
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.54–$4.94

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton is to bus and line 39 bus via Bus Station which costs $8.70 - $11.96 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Station Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Thornton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Thornton is 50 km. The road distance is 47.5 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Thornton without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs $11.96 - $26.09 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Thornton?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glenrothes with Thornton takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thornton bus from?

Edinburgh to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thornton train from?

Edinburgh to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Thornton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton is to train which takes 1h 2m and costs $11.96 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 39 bus, which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Thornton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Thornton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Glenrothes Bus Station Arrival Bay.

Where does the Edinburgh to Thornton train arrive?

Edinburgh to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Thornton is 47 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Edinburgh to Thornton.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Thornton?

Book your Edinburgh to Thornton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Thornton. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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