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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Ratho is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Ratho is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Ratho?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Lost Shore. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Leith to Ratho?

The distance between Leith and Ratho is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Ratho without a car is to bus which takes 29 min and costs £1 - £8.

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

The bus from George Street to Lost Shore takes 29 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Leith to Ratho bus from?

Leith to Ratho bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where does the Leith to Ratho bus arrive?

Leith to Ratho bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Lost Shore station.

Can I drive from Leith to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Ratho is 11 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Leith to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

There are 2474+ hotels available in Ratho.

Leith to Ratho - 5 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 70 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Ratho 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 George Street to Lost Shorebus Ember
29 min
£1–8
Tram, line 70 bus
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Craigpark Avenuebus 70
1h 10m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Rathotaxi 10.7 mi
24 min
£35–45
Drive 10.7 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Rathocar 10.7 mi
24 min
£3–4
Line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Hermiston Park & Ridebus 25
1h 21m
£4

Leith to Ratho by bus

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Distance: 10.6 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Lost Shore every 3 hours. Tickets cost £1–8 and the journey takes 29 min.

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