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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Leith is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Leith is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Town Centre Stances and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Croy and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Leith?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Leith is 36 miles. The road distance is 39.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Leith without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £18.

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

The train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverley takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Leith?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Leith is to train which takes 39 min and costs £16 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £6 - £27 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cumbernauld to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Leith is 39 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Cumbernauld to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Cumbernauld to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cumbernauld to Leith by train, bus, 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 Croy to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
39 min
£16–18
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
1h 46m
£7–27
Drive 39.1 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Leith39.1 mi
50 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbernauld to Leith39.1 mi
50 min
£110–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Centre stances to AsdaX37
2. Take the bus from Asda to St Andrew's HouseX38
2h 31m

Cumbernauld to Leith by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £16–18 and the journey takes 39 min. 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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