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Three ways to Travel from Livingston to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Livingston to Edinburgh

Cheapest
25 min
Car
28 km.
from $1
Other
59 min
Bus
21 km.
from €5.71
25 min
Rideshare
28 km.
from $1.52

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bus Terminal to Princes
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Terminal to Princes
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66

Lothian Country Buses

Phone:
0131 554 4494
Email:
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Bus Terminal to Princes
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

SD Travel

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

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Livingston North to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.23–$17.72

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to drive which costs $5.43 - $8.15 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to train which takes 23 min and costs $7.07 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Livingston and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Terminal and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Livingston and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Livingston North and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Livingston to Edinburgh?

The distance between Livingston and Edinburgh is 24 km. The road distance is 27.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $7.07 - $15.22 .

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

The train from Livingston North to Edinburgh Waverley takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Edinburgh bus from?

Livingston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Livingston to Edinburgh train from?

Livingston to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Livingston North station.

Train or bus from Livingston to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Livingston to Edinburgh is to train which takes 23 min and costs $7.07 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.50 - $10.87 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Livingston to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Livingston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Livingston to Edinburgh train arrive?

Livingston to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Livingston to Edinburgh?

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

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

Book your Livingston to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Livingston to Edinburgh?

Book your Livingston to Edinburgh bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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