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

The cheapest way to get from Markinch to Leith is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Markinch to Leith is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Markinch and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Markinch to Leith station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Markinch and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Markinch and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Markinch to Leith?

The distance between Markinch and Leith is 33 miles. The road distance is 34.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Markinch to Leith without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £16 - £17.

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

The train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverley takes 53 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Leith bus from?

Markinch to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Markinch to Leith train from?

Markinch to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Markinch station.

Train or bus from Markinch to Leith?

The best way to get from Markinch to Leith is to train which takes 53 min and costs £16 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Markinch to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Markinch to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Markinch to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Markinch to Leith is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Markinch to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Markinch to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Markinch to Leith by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
53 min
£16–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X59a / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Bus Stationbus X59 / ...
1h 30m
£8–19
Drive 34.4 mi
1. Drive from Markinch to Leithcar 34.4 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Markinch to Leithtaxi 34.4 mi
44 min
£100–130
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Markinch to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the tram from Edinburgh Gateway to Foot of the Walktram T50
1h 20m
£12–25

Markinch to Leith by train

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Distance: 32.4 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Markinch to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £16–17 and the journey takes 53 min. Cross Country also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Bus Station via Bus Station, Park & Ride Arrival Bay, and Park & Ride in around 1h 30m.

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