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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Burntisland is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh to Burntisland is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Musselburgh and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Musselburgh to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Allan Court via Princes Street and Pentland Rise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Burntisland via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Musselburgh to Burntisland?

The distance between Musselburgh and Burntisland is 25 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Burntisland without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Musselburgh to Burntisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Burntisland bus from?

Musselburgh to Burntisland bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Burntisland train from?

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

Train or bus from Musselburgh to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Burntisland is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £14 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Musselburgh to Burntisland bus arrive?

Musselburgh to Burntisland bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Musselburgh to Burntisland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Musselburgh to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh to Burntisland is 28 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Musselburgh to Burntisland.

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

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Musselburgh to Burntisland - 6 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Musselburgh 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 / ...
1h 3m
£10–20
Drive 27.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Burntislandcar 27.5 mi
52 min
£7–10
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street to Haymarket Stationbus 26 / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Burntislandtrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
1h 43m
£10–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Musselburgh to Burntislandtaxi 27.5 mi
52 min
£60–80
Line 113 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Waterloo Placebus 113 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Burntislandtrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
1h 28m
£10–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus 113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Pentland Risebus X58
2h 2m
£8–13

Musselburgh to Burntisland by train

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Distance: 24.7 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Musselburgh, 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 High Street to Allan Court via Princes Street and Pentland Rise in around 2h 2m.

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