What is the cheapest way to get from Airdrie to Leith?

The cheapest way to get from Airdrie to Leith is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Airdrie to Leith?

The fastest way to get from Airdrie to Leith is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Airdrie and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Airdrie to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Bank Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Airdrie and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Airdrie and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Airdrie to Leith?

The distance between Airdrie and Leith is 33 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

How do I travel from Airdrie to Leith without a car?

The best way to get from Airdrie to Leith without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Airdrie to Leith?

The train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverley takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Leith bus from?

Airdrie to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Bank Street station.

Where do I catch the Airdrie to Leith train from?

Airdrie to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Airdrie station.

Train or bus from Airdrie to Leith?

The best way to get from Airdrie to Leith is to train which takes 52 min and costs £14 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 211 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Airdrie to Leith bus arrive?

Airdrie to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Airdrie to Leith train arrive?

Airdrie to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Airdrie to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Airdrie to Leith is 38 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Airdrie to Leith.

How do I get a train ticket from Airdrie to Leith?

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Airdrie to Leith - 4 ways to travel via train, line 211 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Airdrie to Leith by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
52 min
£14–27
Line 211 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bank Street to Maxim Business Parkbus 211
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 900
1h 38m
£9–17
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Airdrie to Leithcar 37.4 mi
51 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Airdrie to Leithtaxi 37.4 mi
51 min
£240–290

Airdrie to Leith by train

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Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Airdrie, Scotland and Leith, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Airdrie to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 38m.

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