How to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh by bus and train?

From Limekilns to Edinburgh by bus and train

To get from Limekilns to Edinburgh in Scotland, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 6A bus from Promenade, Charlestown station to Bus Station, Dunfermline station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 7A bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Inverkeithing station to Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Limekilns may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

87min
Bus - 6A6A
Bus - 7A7A
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Promenade, Charlestown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Limekilns
  • 2
    Bus - 6A6A
    Wait for bus
    6A
    Dunfermline
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D1612
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7A7A
    Wait for bus
    7A
    Kirkcaldy
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boreland Road, Inverkeithing
    ID 6500D0212
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Inverkeithing
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 9
    Ride to train station Edinburgh
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    31 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Limekilns to Edinburgh by bus

To get from Limekilns to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 6A bus from Promenade, Charlestown station to Bus Station, Dunfermline station. Next, take the X55 bus from Bus Station, Dunfermline station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Limekilns may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

89min
Bus - 6A6A
Bus - X55X55
Walk to Edinburgh
Leaves from Promenade, Charlestown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Limekilns
  • 2
    Bus - 6A6A
    Wait for bus
    6A
    Dunfermline
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D1607
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X55X55
    Wait for bus
    X55
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206210
    52 min
  • 7
    Walk to Edinburgh
    Walk to
    Edinburgh
    760 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Limekilns to Edinburgh

The distance between Limekilns, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland is approximately 38.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Limekilns to Edinburgh by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Limekilns to Edinburgh

To check the bus and train schedule from Limekilns to Edinburgh using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Limekilns) and destination (Edinburgh), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Limekilns to Edinburgh by bus

To get from Limekilns to Edinburgh in Scotland, take the 6A bus from Promenade, Charlestown station to Bus Station, Dunfermline station. Next, take the X55 bus from Bus Station, Dunfermline station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Limekilns may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Edinburgh on the Moovit app.

89min
Bus - 6A6A
Bus - X55X55
Walk to Edinburgh
Leaves from Promenade, Charlestown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Limekilns
  • 2
    Bus - 6A6A
    Wait for bus
    6A
    Dunfermline
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D1607
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - X55X55
    Wait for bus
    X55
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206210
    52 min
  • 7
    Walk to Edinburgh
    Walk to
    Edinburgh
    760 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 6A, Bus line 7A, Train line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh?

    The alternative route takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 6A, Bus line X55.

  • Is there a direct bus between Limekilns and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Limekilns to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    The 6A bus line goes from Dunfermline station near Limekilns to Bus Station, Dunfermline station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Bus Station, Dunfermline station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Limekilns to Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Limekilns and Edinburgh in Scotland by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Limekilns to get to Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get on the 6A bus from the Dunfermline stop near Limekilns in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Limekilns and Edinburgh in Scotland?

    Get off the bus at the Bus Station, Dunfermline station, which is closest to Edinburgh in Scotland.

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