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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Edinburgh is to tram which takes 7 min and costs £3.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Leith Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Picardy Place. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Leith to Edinburgh?

The distance between Leith and Edinburgh is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Edinburgh without a car is to tram which takes 7 min and costs £3.

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

The tram from Foot of the Walk to Picardy Place takes 7 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith to Edinburgh bus from?

Leith to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Edinburgh train from?

Leith to Edinburgh train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where does the Leith to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Leith to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Leith Street station.

Where does the Leith to Edinburgh train arrive?

Leith to Edinburgh train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Picardy Place station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3005+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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Distance: 1.1 mi
Duration: 7 min

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

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Foot of the Walk to Picardy Place every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Foot of the Walk to Leith Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 11 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route hourly.

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