What is the cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Princes Street via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cowdenbeath and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Edinburgh is 22 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

The train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh Waverley takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh bus from?

Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh train from?

Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Cowdenbeath station.

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 19 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride Arrival Bay station.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
41 min
£6–10
Line 19 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Park & Ride Arrival Bay19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Princes StreetX59a / ...
55 min
£5–12
Drive 20.2 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh20.2 mi
29 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh20.2 mi
29 min
£60–75

Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Cowdenbeath, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Princes Street via Park & Ride Arrival Bay and Park & Ride in around 55 min.

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