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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £4 - £8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath station. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Railway Station via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cowdenbeath is 22 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £10.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 19 bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath?

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 2437+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CowdenbeathEdinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
44 min
£9–10
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath20.2 mi
29 min
£5–8
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Park & RideM92 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Railway Station19 / ...
53 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath20.2 mi
29 min
£60–75
Bus, line 19 bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Park & Ride Arrival BayX59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Railway Station19 / ...
1h 1m
£5–8

Edinburgh to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath hourly. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Railway Station via Park & Ride in around 53 min.

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