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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Leith is to bus which costs £7 - £29 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Leith is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Leith. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Paisley to Leith?

The distance between Paisley and Leith is 56 miles. The road distance is 56.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Leith without a car is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £7 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Paisley to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Leith bus from?

Paisley to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Terminal Building station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Leith train from?

Paisley to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Leith?

The best way to get from Paisley to Leith is to bus which takes 1h 53m and costs £7 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Paisley to Leith bus arrive?

Paisley to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Paisley to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paisley to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Leith is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Paisley to Leith.

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

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Paisley to Leith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 26 bus, and tram

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
1h 53m
£8–28
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 59m
£15–46
Drive 56.6 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Leithcar 56.6 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Central Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
3h 3m
£17–45
Line 26 bus, bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Streetbus 26
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gogarburn A8bus 900
3. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Foot of the Walktram T50
3h 20m
£17–21

Paisley to Leith by train

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Terminal Building to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 53m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.

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