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

The cheapest way to get from Montrose to Leith is to bus which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montrose to Leith is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Montrose and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Montrose to Leith. However, there are services departing from Montrose High Street and arriving at Queensferry Street via Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Montrose and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Montrose and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Montrose to Leith?

The distance between Montrose and Leith is 89 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montrose to Leith without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £29 - £70.

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

The train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Leith bus from?

Montrose to Leith bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Montrose High Street station.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Leith train from?

Montrose to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Montrose station.

Train or bus from Montrose to Leith?

The best way to get from Montrose to Leith is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Montrose to Leith bus arrive?

Montrose to Leith bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where does the Montrose to Leith train arrive?

Montrose to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Montrose to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Montrose to Leith is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Montrose to Leith.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Montrose to Leith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
1h 54m
£29–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
2h 55m
£17–30
Drive 85.3 mi
1. Drive from Montrose to Leithcar 85.3 mi
1h 50m
£21–30

Montrose to Leith by train

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montrose High Street to Queensferry Street via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Nethergate in around 2h 55m.

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