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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Methil is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Methil is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Methil?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Memorial Court. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Methil?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Leven. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Methil?

The distance between Edinburgh and Methil is 34 miles. The road distance is 35.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Methil without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £13 - £22.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leven takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Methil bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Methil train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Methil?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Methil is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £13 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Methil bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Methil bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Memorial Court station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Methil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Methil is 35 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Edinburgh to Methil.

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

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Where can I stay near Methil?

There are 1381+ hotels available in Methil.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Methil by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
1h 6m
£13–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Memorial Courtbus X61
1h 37m
£8–12
Drive 35.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Methilcar 35.2 mi
48 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Methiltaxi 35.2 mi
48 min
£220–280

Edinburgh to Methil by train

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Distance: 34.1 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leven hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Memorial Court hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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