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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Leith is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Leith is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seagate Bus Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Dundee to Leith?

The distance between Dundee and Leith is 58 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Leith without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £6 - £80.

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

The train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dundee to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Leith?

The best way to get from Dundee to Leith is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £6 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Dundee to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dundee to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Leith is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Dundee to Leith.

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

Book your Dundee to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dundee to Leith?

Book your Dundee to Leith bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Leith.

Can I share a ride from Dundee to Leith?

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

Dundee to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, tram, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee to Leith by train, bus, rideshare, tram, or car

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 Dundee to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 28m
£6–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dundee to Edinburgh55.7 mi
1h 30m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationM92
1h 36m
£9–16
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Ingliston Park & RideUk092
2. Take the tram from Ingliston Park & Ride to Foot of the WalkT50
2h 21m
£17–30
Drive 57 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Leith57 mi
1h 11m
£14–21

Dundee to Leith by train

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £11–27 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Seagate Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Two other operators also service this route.

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