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Edinburgh to West Lothian

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to West Lothian

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Princes Street to Cardross
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.32–$7.59

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Cardross
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

Midland Bluebird

Phone:
03330 16 61 62
Website:
mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Cardross
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Lothian Country Buses

Phone:
0131 554 4494
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Princes Street to Cardross
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.86

SD Travel

Phone:
0114 22 11 282
Website:
traveline.info/
Bus from Princes Street to Cardross
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$15.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to drive which costs $5.11 - $7.61 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5.98 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cardross Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Uphall. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The distance between Edinburgh and West Lothian is 20 km. The road distance is 26.8 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to West Lothian without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5.98 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to West Lothian bus from?

Edinburgh to West Lothian bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to West Lothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to West Lothian is to train which takes 16 min and costs $5.98 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.39 - $7.61 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to West Lothian bus arrive?

Edinburgh to West Lothian bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Cardross Road station.

Where does the Edinburgh to West Lothian train arrive?

Edinburgh to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Uphall station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to West Lothian is 27 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Edinburgh to West Lothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

Book your Edinburgh to West Lothian train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to West Lothian?

Book your Edinburgh to West Lothian bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near West Lothian?

There are 2116+ hotels available in West Lothian. Prices start at $42.71 per night.
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