What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Buckhaven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at College Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Buckhaven?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Buckhaven. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Leven via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

The distance between Edinburgh and Buckhaven is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Buckhaven without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £15 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buckhaven bus from?

Edinburgh to Buckhaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buckhaven train from?

Edinburgh to Buckhaven train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £15 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buckhaven bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Buckhaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at College Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buckhaven train arrive?

Edinburgh to Buckhaven train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leven station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Buckhaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Buckhaven is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Edinburgh to Buckhaven.

Where can I stay near Buckhaven?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Buckhaven.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Buckhaven by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
1h 29m
£15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to College Streetbus X61
1h 33m
£8–11
Drive 34.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buckhavencar 34.4 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Buckhaventaxi 34.4 mi
45 min
£220–270

Edinburgh to Buckhaven by train and bus

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Buckhaven, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leven hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Queensferry Street to College Street hourly. Tickets cost £8–11 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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