What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Princes Street and Rosyth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Rosyth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Princes Street and Rosyth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Rosyth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

The distance between Edinburgh Princes Street and Rosyth is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosyth takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth bus from?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth train from?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth bus arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Rosyth station.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth train arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Rosyth station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth?

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Where can I stay near Rosyth?

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Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosythtrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
36 min
£6–12
Drive 14.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosythcar 14.1 mi
24 min
£4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Rosythbus Ember
36 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosythtaxi 14.1 mi
24 min
£95–120
Bus via Queens Buildings
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Queens Buildingsbus X55
37 min
£4–6

Edinburgh Princes Street to Rosyth by foot and train

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Princes Street, Scotland and Rosyth, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosyth hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Rosyth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 32 min.

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