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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from North Berwick to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 32 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from North Berwick to Edinburgh:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from North Berwick to Edinburgh costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Coach takes on average 52m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £34. The journey takes 52m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by East Coast Buses.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Buses from North Berwick to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:38, the last at 20:26. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 32 km |
Average bus duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 9m |
First bus 8:38 |
Last bus 20:26 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Bus Station -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
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