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

The cheapest way to get from Rosyth to Leith is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rosyth to Leith is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Rosyth and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St John's & St Columba's Church and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Rosyth and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rosyth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Rosyth to Leith?

The distance between Rosyth and Leith is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rosyth to Leith without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Rosyth to Edinburgh Waverley takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rosyth to Leith bus from?

Rosyth to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St John's & St Columba's Church station.

Where do I catch the Rosyth to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Rosyth to Leith?

The best way to get from Rosyth to Leith is to train which takes 27 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Rosyth to Leith bus arrive?

Rosyth to Leith bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rosyth to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rosyth to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Rosyth to Leith is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Rosyth to Leith.

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

Book your Rosyth to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Leith.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rosyth to Edinburgh WaverleyGlenrothes with Thornton - Edinburgh / ...
27 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St John's & St Columba's Church to Bus StationX55
44 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rosyth to Leith15.1 mi
26 min
£45–60
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Rosyth to Leith15.1 mi
26 min
£4–6
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from St John's & St Columba's Church to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the tram from Haymarket to Foot of the WalkT50
56 min

Rosyth to Leith by train

129Weekly Trains

27 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 14.3 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Rosyth to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from St John's & St Columba's Church to Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 44 min.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.