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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Kirkliston is to bus which costs £2 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Kirkliston is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Kirkliston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo Place and arriving at Maitland Bridge. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Leith to Kirkliston?

The distance between Leith and Kirkliston is 10 miles. The road distance is 10.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Kirkliston without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £2.

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

The bus from Waterloo Place to Maitland Bridge takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith to Kirkliston bus from?

Leith to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Waterloo Place station.

Where does the Leith to Kirkliston bus arrive?

Leith to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Maitland Bridge station.

Can I drive from Leith to Kirkliston?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Kirkliston is 10 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Leith to Kirkliston.

Where can I stay near Kirkliston?

There are 2570+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Leith to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 71 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Leith to Kirkliston by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Maitland Bridgebus X38
45 min
£2
Tram, line 71 bus
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Almondsidebus 71
1h 18m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Kirklistontaxi 10.1 mi
21 min
£30–40
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Kirklistoncar 10.1 mi
21 min
£3–4

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 9.9 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Waterloo Place to Maitland Bridge every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 45 min. Lothian Country Buses also services this route every 30 minutes.

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