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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Leith is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Leith is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Weir Street and arriving at Waterloo Place. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Falkirk to Leith?

The distance between Falkirk and Leith is 25 miles. The road distance is 26.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Leith without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £75.

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

The train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverley takes 34 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Leith bus from?

Falkirk to Leith bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Weir Street station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Leith train from?

Falkirk to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Leith?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Leith is to train which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Falkirk to Leith bus arrive?

Falkirk to Leith bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Waterloo Place station.

Where does the Falkirk to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Leith is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Falkirk to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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

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

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Falkirk to Leith by train

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Distance: 25.3 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 34 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Weir Street to Waterloo Place every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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