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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Tranent is to line 113 bus which costs £2 - £3 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Tranent is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Tranent?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Andrew's House and arriving at Bridge Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Tranent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Prestonpans. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Leith to Tranent?

The distance between Leith and Tranent is 9 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Tranent without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestonpans takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Tranent bus from?

Leith to Tranent bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from St Andrew's House station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Tranent train from?

Leith to Tranent train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Tranent?

The best way to get from Leith to Tranent is to train which takes 14 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 113 bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Leith to Tranent bus arrive?

Leith to Tranent bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Bridge Street station.

Where does the Leith to Tranent train arrive?

Leith to Tranent train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Prestonpans station.

Can I drive from Leith to Tranent?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Tranent is 11 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Leith to Tranent.

How do I get a train ticket from Leith to Tranent?

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Leith to Tranent - 4 ways to travel via train, line 113 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Leith to Tranent by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonpansEdinburgh - North Berwick / ...
14 min
£5–6
Line 113 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Bridge Street113 / ...
46 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Tranent11.2 mi
19 min
£35–45
Drive 11.2 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Tranent11.2 mi
19 min
£3–5

Leith to Tranent by train

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestonpans hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, East Coast Buses operates a bus from St Andrew's House to Bridge Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 46 min.

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