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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at The Fountain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Leith and Cowdenbeath is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £14.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Cowdenbeath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Leith to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Leith to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at The Fountain station.

Where does the Leith to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Cowdenbeath is 22 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Leith to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Leith to Cowdenbeath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
44 min
£8–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to The Fountainbus X59a
1h 5m
£5–8
Drive 21.5 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Cowdenbeathcar 21.5 mi
32 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Cowdenbeathtaxi 21.5 mi
32 min
£140–170

Leith to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to The Fountain hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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