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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Burntisland is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 38 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith station to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Allan Court via Pentland Rise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Leith 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 Leith to Burntisland?

The distance between Leith and Burntisland is 20 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Burntisland bus from?

Leith to Burntisland bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Burntisland train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Leith 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 20m.

Where does the Leith to Burntisland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leith to Burntisland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Burntisland is 23 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Leith to Burntisland.

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

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Leith 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 Leith 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 22.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leith to Burntislandcar 22.4 mi
38 min
£6–8
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Pentland Risebus X58
2. Take the bus from Pentland Rise to Allan Courtbus 7A / ...
1h 20m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Burntislandtaxi 22.4 mi
38 min
£140–180

Leith to Burntisland by train

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Distance: 19.6 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Leith, 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 Edinburgh, Bus Station to Allan Court via Pentland Rise in around 1h 20m.

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