What is the cheapest way to get from Leith to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Arbroath is to bus and line 72 bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Leith to Arbroath is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Leith to Arbroath?

The distance between Leith and Arbroath is 75 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

How do I travel from Leith to Arbroath without a car?

The best way to get from Leith to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Leith to Arbroath?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Arbroath bus from?

Leith to Arbroath bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Leith to Arbroath is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Leith to Arbroath bus arrive?

Leith to Arbroath bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Where does the Leith to Arbroath train arrive?

Leith to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Leith to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Arbroath is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Leith to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Leith to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Leith to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 72 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leith to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
1h 33m
£16–50
Bus, line 72 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Crichton Street to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
3h 13m
£13–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
2h 56m
£14–20
Drive 72.4 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Arbroathcar 72.4 mi
1h 34m
£18–26

Leith to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Leith, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroath every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Dundee station and Dundee South Marketgait in around 2h 56m.

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