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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Burntisland is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Burntisland is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Allan Court via Pentland Rise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh 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 35 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Burntisland?

The distance between Edinburgh and Burntisland is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burntisland without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £16.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Burntisland bus from?

Edinburgh to Burntisland bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Burntisland train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burntisland is to train which takes 35 min and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 7 bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burntisland bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Burntisland bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Pentland Rise station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burntisland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Burntisland is 21 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Edinburgh to Burntisland.

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

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Edinburgh to Burntisland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 7 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 / ...
35 min
£8–16
Drive 21.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burntislandcar 21.2 mi
36 min
£6–8
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Pentland Risebus X58
2. Take the bus from Pentland Rise to Allan Courtbus 7A / ...
1h 12m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Burntislandtaxi 21.2 mi
36 min
£140–170

Edinburgh to Burntisland by train

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntisland hourly. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Allan Court via Pentland Rise in around 1h 12m.

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