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

The cheapest way to get from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverkeithing and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Civic Centre and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Inverkeithing and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverkeithing and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh?

The distance between Inverkeithing and Edinburgh is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £3 - £75.

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

The train from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Waverley takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Inverkeithing to Edinburgh bus from?

Inverkeithing to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Civic Centre station.

Where do I catch the Inverkeithing to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh is to train which takes 26 min and costs £3 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Inverkeithing to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Inverkeithing to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Inverkeithing to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverkeithing to Edinburgh is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh.

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

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Inverkeithing to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh WaverleyDundee - Edinburgh / ...
26 min
£3–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Civic Centre to Princes StreetX58
36 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh13.3 mi
23 min
£40–50
Drive 13.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh13.3 mi
23 min
£4–5

Inverkeithing to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 26 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 26 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Civic Centre to Princes Street hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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