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 12m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nethergate and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

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 27m.

How far is it from Dundee to Leith?

The distance between Dundee and Leith is 58 miles. The road distance is 57.6 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 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £5 - £12.

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

The bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Street takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Leith bus from?

Dundee to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Nethergate 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 bus which takes 1h 25m and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Dundee to Leith bus arrive?

Dundee to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street 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 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Dundee to Leith.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2887+ 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dundee to Leith by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
1h 25m
£5–12
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Dundee to Edinburghrideshare 55.7 mi
1h 30m
£4–7
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 27m
£15–50
Drive 57.3 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Leithcar 57.3 mi
1h 12m
£15–21

Dundee to Leith by bus

1340Weekly Buses

1h 25mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Three other operators also service this route.

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