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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Leith is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Leith is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Leith?

The distance between Dunfermline and Leith is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Leith without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £9.

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

The train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Leith bus from?

Dunfermline to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Leith?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Leith is to train which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Dunfermline to Leith bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Leith is 19 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Dunfermline to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Dunfermline to Leith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
31 min
£7–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus StationX55
55 min
£3–5
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Leith18.8 mi
30 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Leith18.8 mi
30 min
£55–70

Dunfermline to Leith by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £7–9 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 55 min.

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