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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Paisley to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Paisley to Edinburgh

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

McGills Buses

Phone:
08000 51 56 51
Website:
mcgillsbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Espedair Burn to Bath
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.68
Bus from Espedair Burn to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.68

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$41.77

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Edinburgh is to line 26 bus and bus which costs $15.22 - $20.65 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $17.39 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Paisley to Edinburgh?

The distance between Paisley and Edinburgh is 91 km. The road distance is 90.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Paisley to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Edinburgh bus from?

Paisley to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Edinburgh train from?

Paisley to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Paisley to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $86.96 and takes 2h.

Where does the Paisley to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Paisley to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Paisley to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Edinburgh is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Paisley to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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