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

The cheapest way to get from Dirleton to Leith is to line 124 bus which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dirleton to Leith is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dirleton and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castle and arriving at St Andrew's House. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Dirleton to Leith?

The distance between Dirleton and Leith is 24 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dirleton to Leith without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £10 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Dirleton to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dirleton to Leith bus from?

Dirleton to Leith bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from Castle station.

Train or bus from Dirleton to Leith?

The best way to get from Dirleton to Leith is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £10 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 124 bus, which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Dirleton to Leith bus arrive?

Dirleton to Leith bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at St Andrew's House station.

Can I drive from Dirleton to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Dirleton to Leith is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Dirleton to Leith.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2522+ hotels available in Leith.

Dirleton to Leith - 4 ways to travel via train, line 124 bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Dirleton to Leith by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Berwick to Edinburgh WaverleyNorth Berwick - Edinburgh / ...
1h 16m
£10–12
Line 124 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castle to St Andrew's HouseX5 / ...
1h 19m
£4–5
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Dirleton to Leith22.3 mi
31 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dirleton to Leith22.3 mi
31 min
£65–85

Dirleton to Leith by bus and train

137Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

ScotRail operates a train from North Berwick to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, East Coast Buses operates a bus from Castle to St Andrew's House every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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