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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Dalkeith is to line 7 bus and line 48 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Dalkeith is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £27 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Dalkeith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bernard Terrace and arriving at Buccleuch Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Leith to Dalkeith?

The distance between Leith and Dalkeith is 6 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Dalkeith without a car is to bus which takes 31 min and costs £1 - £5.

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

The bus from Bernard Terrace to Buccleuch Street takes 31 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith to Dalkeith bus from?

Leith to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Bernard Terrace station.

Where does the Leith to Dalkeith bus arrive?

Leith to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Buccleuch Street station.

Can I drive from Leith to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Dalkeith is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Leith to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2267+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Leith to Dalkeith - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, foot, and line 7 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Dalkeith by bus, taxi, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bernard Terrace to Buccleuch Street3 / ...
31 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Dalkeith8.1 mi
17 min
£27–35
Drive 8.1 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Dalkeith8.1 mi
17 min
£2–3
Walk
1. Take the foot from Leith to Dalkeith8.3 mi
2h 39m
Line 7 bus, line 48 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkgate Centre to Royal Infirmary7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Infirmary to Buccleuch Street48
1h 18m
£2

Leith to Dalkeith by bus

1921Weekly Buses

31 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Leith to Dalkeith.

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Lothian Buses operates a bus from Bernard Terrace to Buccleuch Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 31 min. Borders Buses also services this route every 2 hours.

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