How to travel from Airdrie to Edinburgh

There are 2 options to travel between Airdrie and Edinburgh including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Airdrie to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $8.

This is compared to other travel options from Airdrie to Edinburgh:

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Airdrie to Edinburgh costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Airdrie to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 26m.

The distance from Airdrie to Edinburgh is approximately 31 miles (50 km).

The average frequency per day from Airdrie to Edinburgh is:

• Around 74 buses per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Airdrie and Edinburgh as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Airdrie to Edinburgh:

• Trains mostly depart from Airdrie station (ADR) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
• Buses mostly depart from Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Airdrie to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Scotrail to go to Edinburgh by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Airdrie to Edinburgh with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct trains per day with Scotrail.
• 74 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Airdrie to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Edinburgh to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Edinburgh, visitors can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, enjoy a ghost tour of the haunted streets, attend shows at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden. Discover hidden gems at the Stockbridge Market. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and The National Museum of Scotland.

For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, enjoy cultural attractions, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.