What is the cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

The cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith is to rideshare which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

The fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith is to train which takes 57 min and costs £17 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Buchanan bus Station and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Buchanan bus Station and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

The distance between Buchanan bus Station and Leith is 47 miles. The road distance is 48.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £17 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Buchanan bus Station to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Buchanan bus Station to Leith train from?

Buchanan bus Station to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith is to train which takes 57 min and costs £17 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £15 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Leith bus arrive?

Buchanan bus Station to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Leith train arrive?

Buchanan bus Station to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Buchanan bus Station to Leith is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Buchanan bus Station to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Can I share a ride from Buchanan bus Station to Leith?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Buchanan bus Station and Leith. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Buchanan bus Station to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Buchanan bus Station to Leith by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
57 min
£17–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Edinburgh45.6 mi
1h 22m
£3–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
1h 23m
£4–15
Drive 47.8 mi
1. Drive from Buchanan bus Station to Leith47.8 mi
1h
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Buchanan bus Station to Leith47.8 mi
1h
£140–170

Buchanan bus Station to Leith by foot and train

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Buchanan bus Station, Scotland and Leith, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £17–18 and the journey takes 50 min. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £9–14 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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