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Motherwell to Leith

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Motherwell to Leith

Composite routes from Motherwell to Leith

Cheapest

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.88

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Maxim Business Park to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.96–$16.30

First Greater Glasgow

Phone:
+44 141 420 7600
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow
Bus from Hamilton Road to Maxim
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Watson Street to Shotts
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$70.65

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Motherwell to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.30–$34.78
Train from Shotts to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.87–$22.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Leith is to rideshare which costs $8.88 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Leith is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Motherwell to Leith?

The distance between Motherwell and Leith is 70 km. The road distance is 63.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Leith without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs $16.30 - $70.65 .

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

The train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Leith bus from?

Motherwell to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Leith?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Leith is to train which takes 1h and costs $16.30 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can line 242 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Motherwell to Leith bus arrive?

Motherwell to Leith bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

What is the time difference between Motherwell and Leith?

It is currently 10:45 at both, Motherwell and Leith.

Where does the Motherwell to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Leith is 64 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Motherwell to Leith.

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

Book your Motherwell to Leith train tickets online with Omio.

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 Motherwell to Leith?

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