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Hop on a train
ScotRail run a regular train service from Edinburgh Waverly to Dalmeny Station, which takes approximately 20 minutes. It is then a 15 minute walk into South Queensferry.
Catch a bus
If travelling by bus, Lothian Country Buses service 43 runs every 20 minutes during the day Monday to Saturday, and every 30 minutes during the day on a Sunday. Catch it from the east end of Edinburgh’s Princes Street.
Take a tour
A lovely way to experience the area is with Edinburgh Bus Tours’ 3 Bridges Bus & Boat Tour. Taking around 3.5 hours and including a guided tour through Edinburgh’s Georgian New Town and over the Dean Bridge, on arrival at South Queensferry you’ll set sail for a 90 minute cruise of the Firth of Forth. See the impressive Edinburgh and Fife coastlines, enjoy the views of the 3 bridges and look out for seals, and if you’re really lucky, puffins.
Guide to South Queensferry
From food and drink with waterside views to year-round family-friendly events, discover more about the delights of “The Ferry”.
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Shopping in South Queensferry
Brightly coloured shop fronts line South Queensferry’s cobbled streets and it’s here that you’ll find a delightful range of independent shops and boutiques.
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Food and drink in South Queensferry
From restaurants with stunning waterside views to family friendly cosy cafes, all kinds of tasty treats await in South Queensferry.
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Things to do in South Queensferry
Whether you want to experience the area’s wildlife, visit a stately home, or even take a 'loony dook', South Queensferry is packed with family-friendly fun all year round.
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Accommodation in South Queensferry
With everything from a traditional Scottish inn to a chic boutique hotel, you'll find the perfect place to lay your head in South Queensferry.