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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West Lothian to Edinburgh

Composite routes from West Lothian to Edinburgh

Cheapest
24 min
Car
28 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Freeland Avenue to Princes
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.44–$7.59

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Freeland Avenue to Princes
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49

Midland Bluebird

Phone:
03330 16 61 62
Email:
Website:
mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/
Bus from Freeland Avenue to Princes
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Lothian Country Buses

Phone:
0131 554 4494
Email:
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Freeland Avenue to Princes
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

SD Travel

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

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Uphall to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.59–$16.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh is to drive which costs $5.43 - $8.15 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.52 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between West Lothian and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Freeland Avenue and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between West Lothian and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Uphall and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from West Lothian to Edinburgh?

The distance between West Lothian and Edinburgh is 20 km. The road distance is 28 km.

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

The best way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.52 - $14.13 .

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

The train from Uphall to Edinburgh Waverley takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

West Lothian to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Freeland Avenue station.

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

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

Train or bus from West Lothian to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.52 - $14.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.50 - $8.15 and takes 45 min.

Where does the West Lothian to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Lothian to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Lothian to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lothian to Edinburgh is 28 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from West Lothian to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

Book your West Lothian 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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