What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland is to train which takes 36 min and costs £8 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Burntisland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Porte. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley and Burntisland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Burntisland. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Burntisland is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland train from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland is to train which takes 36 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Porte station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland is 22 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland?

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Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntislandtrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
36 min
£8–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Portebus X58
1h 15m
£5–8
Drive 21.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntislandcar 21.6 mi
38 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntislandtaxi 21.6 mi
38 min
£140–170
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Pentland Risebus X58
2. Take the bus from Pentland Rise to Allan Courtbus 7A / ...
1h 28m
£7–11

Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland by train

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Burntisland, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Porte every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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