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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Kirkliston is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Kirkliston is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £70 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Kirkliston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Almondside. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Leith to Kirkliston?

The distance between Leith and Kirkliston is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Kirkliston without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The bus from Shandwick Place to Almondside takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith to Kirkliston bus from?

Leith to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where does the Leith to Kirkliston bus arrive?

Leith to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Almondside station.

Can I drive from Leith to Kirkliston?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Kirkliston is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Leith to Kirkliston.

Where can I stay near Kirkliston?

There are 3005+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Leith to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 71 bus, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Leith to Kirkliston by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Almondsidebus X19
32 min
£2–4
Tram, line 71 bus
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Bowling Green Roadbus 71
1h 17m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Kirklistontaxi 10.3 mi
22 min
£70–85
Drive 10.3 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Kirklistoncar 10.3 mi
22 min
£3–4

Leith to Kirkliston by bus

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Almondside every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 32 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route every 30 minutes.

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