What is the cheapest way to get from Greenock to Burntisland?

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Burntisland is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greenock to Burntisland?

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Burntisland is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Allan Court via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Burntisland via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Greenock to Burntisland?

The distance between Greenock and Burntisland is 88 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

How do I travel from Greenock to Burntisland without a car?

The best way to get from Greenock to Burntisland without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £25 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Greenock to Burntisland?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Greenock to Burntisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Burntisland bus from?

Greenock to Burntisland bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Burntisland train from?

Greenock to Burntisland train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Greenock West station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Greenock to Burntisland is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Greenock to Burntisland bus arrive?

Greenock to Burntisland bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Greenock to Burntisland train arrive?

Greenock to Burntisland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Burntisland is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Greenock to Burntisland.

How do I get a train ticket from Greenock to Burntisland?

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Where can I stay near Burntisland?

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Greenock to Burntisland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 7 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Greenock to Burntisland by train, bus, 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 Greenock West to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Burntisland
3h 11m
£25–43
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX27 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Allan Court7A / ...
3h 47m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Station906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Station900
3h 43m
£20–37
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Burntisland72.2 mi
1h 28m
£18–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Cathedral Street906 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Burntisland
3h 22m
£21–39

Greenock to Burntisland by train and foot

76Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Greenock to Burntisland.

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Greenock, Scotland and Burntisland, Scotland?

You can take a train from Greenock West to Burntisland via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Burntisland via Buchanan Bus Station, Haymarket Station, and Haymarket in around 3h 43m.

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