How to get from Edinburgh to Leith by bus?

From Edinburgh to Leith by bus

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh to Leith in Edinburgh: take the 16 bus from Leith Street, Greenside station to St Anthony Street, Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The bus schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

22min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Walk to Leith
Leaves from Leith Street, Greenside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Leith Street, Greenside
    ID 6200206880
    470 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Silverknowes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Anthony Street, Leith
    ID 6200207190
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh to Leith by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Edinburgh to Leith in Edinburgh: take the T50 light rail from St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station to Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is £2.00. The bus schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

21min£2.00
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - T50T50
Walk to Leith
Leaves from St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh
    ID 9400ZZEDSTA1
    390 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Light rail - T50T50
    Wait for light rail
    T50
    Newhaven
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith
    ID 9400ZZTWWJR1
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    260 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Leith

The distance between Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Leith, Edinburgh is approximately 2.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Leith by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Edinburgh to Leith

To check the bus schedule from Edinburgh to Leith using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Leith), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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From Edinburgh to Leith by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Edinburgh to Leith in Edinburgh: take the T50 light rail from St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station to Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is £2.00. The bus schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

21min£2.00
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - T50T50
Walk to Leith
Leaves from St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    St Andrew Square (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh
    ID 9400ZZEDSTA1
    390 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Light rail - T50T50
    Wait for light rail
    T50
    Newhaven
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith
    ID 9400ZZTWWJR1
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    260 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 16.

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

    The alternative route takes 21 minutes, using Light Rail line T50.

  • Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Leith?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Edinburgh in Scotland to Leith in Edinburgh in 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Edinburgh to Leith?

    The 16 bus line goes from Leith Street, Greenside station near Edinburgh in Scotland to Silverknowes station near Leith in Edinburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Leith by bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Scotland and Leith in Edinburgh by bus is about 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Edinburgh to get to Leith?

    Get on the 16 bus from the Leith Street, Greenside stop near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Edinburgh and Leith?

    Get off the bus at the Silverknowes stop, which is closest to Leith in Edinburgh.

  • When is the first bus from Edinburgh to Leith?

    The first bus from Edinburgh in Scotland to Leith in Edinburgh is Silverknowes - Bonaly. It leaves the Leith Street, Greenside stop at 08:08.

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