What is the cheapest way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh is to line 19 bus and bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Lochgelly and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Lochgelly to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Princes Street via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lochgelly and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lochgelly and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

The distance between Lochgelly and Edinburgh is 24 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

How do I travel from Lochgelly to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

The train from Lochgelly to Edinburgh Waverley takes 51 min including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Lochgelly to Edinburgh bus from?

Lochgelly to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Street station.

Where do I catch the Lochgelly to Edinburgh train from?

Lochgelly to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lochgelly station.

Train or bus from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 19 bus and bus, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Lochgelly to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Lochgelly to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride Arrival Bay station.

Where does the Lochgelly to Edinburgh train arrive?

Lochgelly to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Lochgelly to Edinburgh is 22 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Lochgelly to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Lochgelly to Edinburgh?

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Lochgelly to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Lochgelly to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lochgelly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glenrothes with Thornton - Edinburgh / ...
51 min
£8–21
Line 19 bus, bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Street to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92 / ...
1h 17m
£3–6
Line 19 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Street to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus 19 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Princes Streetbus X56 / ...
1h 11m
£5–12
Drive 22.4 mi
1. Drive from Lochgelly to Edinburghcar 22.4 mi
34 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lochgelly to Edinburghtaxi 22.4 mi
34 min
£65–85
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Street to Union Streetbus 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
1h 32m
£9–23

Lochgelly to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Lochgelly, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Lochgelly to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £8–21 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Princes Street via Park & Ride Arrival Bay and Park & Ride in around 1h 11m.

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