What is the cheapest way to get from Ratho Station to Leith?

The cheapest way to get from Ratho Station to Leith is to bus which costs £1 - £7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratho Station to Leith?

The fastest way to get from Ratho Station to Leith is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ratho Station and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station Road station and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Ratho Station and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Ratho Station to Leith. However, there are services departing from Gogarburn and arriving at Foot of the Walk via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Ratho Station to Leith?

The distance between Ratho Station and Leith is 8 miles. The road distance is 11.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ratho Station to Leith without a car?

The best way to get from Ratho Station to Leith without a car is to bus which takes 27 min and costs £1 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Ratho Station to Leith?

The bus from Station Road to Princes Street takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ratho Station to Leith bus from?

Ratho Station to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Ratho Station to Leith train from?

Ratho Station to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Gogarburn station.

Where does the Ratho Station to Leith bus arrive?

Ratho Station to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Ratho Station to Leith train arrive?

Ratho Station to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Foot of the Walk station.

Can I drive from Ratho Station to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratho Station to Leith is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Ratho Station to Leith.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ratho Station to Leith?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ratho Station to Leith by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from Station Road to Princes Streetbus 978 / ...
27 min
£1–7
Tram via Gogarburn A8
1. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Foot of the Walktram T50
48 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratho Station to Leithtaxi 11.7 mi
25 min
£75–95
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Ratho Station to Leithcar 11.7 mi
25 min
£3–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Airport to Foot of the Walktram T50
55 min
£10–13

Ratho Station to Leith by bus

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Distance: 7.6 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Ratho Station, Scotland and Leith, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Station Road to Princes Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 27 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Gogarburn to Foot of the Walk every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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