What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Hill of Beath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Swinton's Place via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Hill of Beath?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cowdenbeath via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

The distance between Edinburgh and Hill of Beath is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Hill of Beath bus from?

Edinburgh to Hill of Beath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Hill of Beath train from?

Edinburgh to Hill of Beath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath is to bus which takes 50 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £21 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Hill of Beath bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Hill of Beath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Hill of Beath train arrive?

Edinburgh to Hill of Beath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cowdenbeath station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Hill of Beath is 19 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath.

Where can I stay near Hill of Beath?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Hill of Beath.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Hill of Beath by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Park & Ridebus X59 / ...
50 min
£5–10
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
59 min
£12–20
Drive 18.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Hill of Beathcar 18.7 mi
32 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Hill of Beathtaxi 18.7 mi
32 min
£120–150

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Distance: 18.9 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Hill of Beath, Scotland?

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Park & Ride every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath hourly. Tickets cost £9–18 and the journey takes 44 min.

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