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

The cheapest way to get from Whitburn to Leith is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitburn to Leith is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Whitburn and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cross and arriving at Waterloo Place. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Whitburn to Leith?

The distance between Whitburn and Leith is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitburn to Leith without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 10m and costs £8 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Whitburn to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitburn to Leith bus from?

Whitburn to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Cross station.

Where does the Whitburn to Leith bus arrive?

Whitburn to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Waterloo Place station.

Can I drive from Whitburn to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitburn to Leith is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Whitburn to Leith.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Leith.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Whitburn to Leith by bus, train, car, taxi, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cross to Gordon AvenueX18
2. Take the train from Bathgate to Edinburgh WaverleyHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
1h 10m
£8–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Waterloo PlaceX18
1h 35m
£2
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Whitburn to Leith24.1 mi
37 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Whitburn to Leith24.1 mi
37 min
£70–90
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Cross to Gogarburn A8X18
2. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Foot of the WalkT50
1h 51m
£5

Whitburn to Leith by bus and train

311Weekly Services

1h 10mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.3 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Cross to Waterloo Place every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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