What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station is to bus which costs £2 and takes 8 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £8 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leith Walk Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Shrubhill. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Leith Walk Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St Andrew Square and arriving at McDonald Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Leith Walk Station is 2861 feet.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station without a car is to tram which takes 6 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station?

The tram from St Andrew Square to McDonald Road takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station bus from?

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station train from?

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from St Andrew Square station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Shrubhill station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station train arrive?

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at McDonald Road station.

Where can I stay near Leith Walk Station?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Leith Walk Station.

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from St Andrew Square to McDonald Roadtram T50
6 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Shrubhillbus N16 / ...
8 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Stationtaxi 1.1 mi
3 min
£8–10
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh to Leith Walk Stationwalk 1 mi
20 min

Edinburgh to Leith Walk Station by tram

973Weekly Trams

6 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,860 ft
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Leith Walk Station, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from St Andrew Square to McDonald Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Shrubhill every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 8 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route every 3 hours.

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