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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Leith is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Leith is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Arniston Engine and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Midlothian to Leith?

The distance between Midlothian and Leith is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Leith without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £9.

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

The train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Leith bus from?

Midlothian to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Arniston Engine station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Midlothian to Leith?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Leith is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Midlothian to Leith bus arrive?

Midlothian to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Midlothian to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Leith is 12 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Midlothian to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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Midlothian to Leith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Midlothian to Leith by train

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Arniston Engine to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 57 min. Borders Buses also services this route hourly.

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