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 40 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 Almondside. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 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 40 min and costs £2.

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

The bus from Waterloo Place to Almondside takes 40 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 Lothian Country Buses, depart from Waterloo Place station.

Where does the Leith to Kirkliston bus arrive?

Leith to Kirkliston bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Almondside 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 2537+ hotels available in Kirkliston.

Leith to Kirkliston - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 32 bus, taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to AlmondsideX19
40 min
£2
Tram, line 32 bus
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Edinburgh Park StationT50
2. Take the bus from Hermiston Gait Retail Park to Almondside32
1h 23m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Kirkliston10.1 mi
21 min
£30–40
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Kirkliston10.1 mi
21 min
£3–4

Leith to Kirkliston by bus

668Weekly Buses

40 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Waterloo Place to Almondside every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 40 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route every 30 minutes.

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