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Compare train and bus for Montrose to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montrose to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Compare the available ways to get from Montrose to Edinburgh, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 22m faster (1h 50m by train vs 2h 12m by car) and roughly $37 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 vs $72). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get from Montrose to Edinburgh by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Montrose to Edinburgh is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
C019428:33 AM 1h52 Montrose station (MTS) 10:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- C01942
8:33 AM 1h52 Montrose station (MTS) 10:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $32 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- L87069
9:41 AM 1h42 Montrose station (MTS) 11:23 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $46 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- C02007
10:33 AM 1h52 Montrose station (MTS) 12:25 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $32 1 One-way 0 transfers 
G011538:58 AM 1h56 Montrose station (MTS) 10:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $40 1 One-way 0 transfers- C14661
7:47 AM 1h51 Montrose station (MTS) 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $46 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 6 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montrose and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Montrose station (MTS) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry to go to Edinburgh by train.
- 6 direct trains per day with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
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