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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Leith is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Leith is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Leith station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cowdenbeath and Leith?

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 Leith?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Leith is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Leith without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £11.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Leith?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Leith is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 19 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Leith is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cowdenbeath to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2475+ hotels available in Leith.

Cowdenbeath to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Leith by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
41 min
£6–11
Line 19 bus, bus via Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Park & Ride Arrival Bay19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus StationX59a / ...
1h 5m
£5–14
Line 19 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Park & Ride Arrival Bay19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk092 / ...
1h 2m
£8–13
Drive 21.3 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Leith21.3 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cowdenbeath to Leith21.3 mi
31 min
£65–80

Cowdenbeath to Leith by train

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41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Park & Ride Arrival Bay and Park & Ride in around 1h 2m.

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