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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kingsgate is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kingsgate is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kingsgate?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Kingsgate Centre. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Kingsgate?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dunfermline Town. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kingsgate?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kingsgate is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kingsgate without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Town takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kingsgate bus from?

Edinburgh to Kingsgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kingsgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kingsgate?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kingsgate is to train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kingsgate bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Kingsgate bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Kingsgate Centre station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kingsgate train arrive?

Edinburgh to Kingsgate train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dunfermline Town station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kingsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kingsgate is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh to Kingsgate.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Kingsgate train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kingsgate?

There are 2445+ hotels available in Kingsgate.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Kingsgate?

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

Edinburgh to Kingsgate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kingsgate by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline TownEdinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
42 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Kingsgate CentreX55
54 min
£3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Dunfermline17.4 mi
49 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Kingsgate17.5 mi
29 min
£50–65
Drive 17.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kingsgate17.5 mi
29 min
£5–7

Edinburgh to Kingsgate by train and foot

135Weekly Services

42 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Town hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Kingsgate Centre every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 51 min.

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