What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath station. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Railway Station via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Edinburgh Gateway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowdenbeath is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath without a car is to line 787 bus and line 19 bus which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Gateway station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath is to line 787 bus and line 19 bus which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cowdenbeath station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath.

Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 2905+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowdenbeath. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeath by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 787 bus, line 19 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Park & Ridebus 787
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Railway Stationbus 19 / ...
47 min
£6–10
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeathcar 18.6 mi
22 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 2m
£16–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowdenbeathtaxi 18.6 mi
22 min
£40–50
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Cowdenbeathrideshare 18.6 mi
22 min
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Rosythbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Road to Railway Stationbus 19
1h 37m
£8–13

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Terminal to Railway Station via Park & Ride in around 47 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Gateway to Cowdenbeath hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 32 min.

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