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One way to Travel from Glasgow to Leith

Composite routes from Glasgow to Leith

Cheapest
58 min
Car
78 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$14.13–$20.65

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.80–$9.24

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$27.17

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.30–$36.96

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$76.09–$97.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Leith is to rideshare which costs $3.80 - $9.24 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Leith is to train which takes 50 min and costs $16.30 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Glasgow to Leith?

The distance between Glasgow and Leith is 75 km. The road distance is 78.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Leith without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $16.30 - $97.83 .

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Leith bus from?

Glasgow to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Leith train from?

Glasgow to Leith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Leith?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Leith is to train which takes 50 min and costs $16.30 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $27.17 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Glasgow to Leith bus arrive?

Glasgow to Leith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Leith is 79 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Glasgow to Leith.

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

Book your Glasgow to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Leith?

Book your Glasgow to Leith bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2186+ hotels available in Leith. Prices start at $44.14 per night.

Can I share a ride from Glasgow to Leith?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Glasgow and Leith. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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