What is the cheapest way to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe?

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe?

The fastest way to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £21 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Carrick Knowe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leith Street and arriving at Saughton Road North. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Carrick Knowe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Saughton. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Leith to Carrick Knowe?

The distance between Leith and Carrick Knowe is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from Leith to Carrick Knowe without a car?

The best way to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe without a car is to tram which takes 36 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe?

The tram from Foot of the Walk to Saughton takes 28 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith to Carrick Knowe bus from?

Leith to Carrick Knowe bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Leith Street station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Carrick Knowe train from?

Leith to Carrick Knowe train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where does the Leith to Carrick Knowe bus arrive?

Leith to Carrick Knowe bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Saughton Road North station.

Where does the Leith to Carrick Knowe train arrive?

Leith to Carrick Knowe train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Saughton station.

Can I drive from Leith to Carrick Knowe?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Carrick Knowe is 6 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Leith to Carrick Knowe.

Where can I stay near Carrick Knowe?

There are 2523+ hotels available in Carrick Knowe.

Leith to Carrick Knowe - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 1 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Carrick Knowe by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Leith to Carrick Knowe by bus and foot

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Leith, Scotland and Carrick Knowe, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Foot of the Walk to Saughton every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Leith Street to Saughton Road North every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 35 min.

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