What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station is to tram which costs £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leith Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leith Street and arriving at Kirkgate Centre. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Leith Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Andrew Square and arriving at Foot of the Walk. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leith Central Station is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 12 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station?

The line 16 bus from Leith Street to Kirkgate Centre takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith Central Station bus from?

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Leith Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith Central Station train from?

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from St Andrew Square station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith Central Station bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Kirkgate Centre station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith Central Station train arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Foot of the Walk station.

Where can I stay near Leith Central Station?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Leith Central Station.

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station - 4 ways to travel via line 16 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Leith Central Station by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 16 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leith Street to Kirkgate Centrebus N16 / ...
12 min
£3
Tram
1. Take the tram from St Andrew Square to Foot of the Walktram T50
12 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Leith Central Stationtaxi 1.8 mi
6 min
£16–20
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh to Leith Central Stationwalk 1.7 mi
32 min

Edinburgh to Leith Central Station by bus

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Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 12 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Leith Central Station, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Leith Street to Kirkgate Centre every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from St Andrew Square to Foot of the Walk every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 12 min.

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