How to get from Glasgow to Leith by light rail and train?

Glasgow to Leith - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow to Leith runs from 06:00 to 23:45, with departures every 5-30 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 28 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Glasgow to Leith by light rail and train

To get from Glasgow to Leith in Edinburgh, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Haymarket station. Next, take the T50 light rail from Haymarket (Edinburgh Trams), Haymarket station to Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 28 min. The light rail and train schedule from Glasgow may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

88min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Light rail - T50T50
Walk to Leith
Leaves from Glasgow Queen Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Haymarket (Edinburgh Trams), Haymarket
    ID 9400ZZEDHAY1
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Light rail - T50T50
    Wait for light rail
    T50
    Newhaven
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith
    ID 9400ZZTWWJR1
    22 min
  • 7
    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 Glasgow to Leith

The distance between Glasgow, Edinburgh and Leith, Edinburgh is approximately 83.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 88 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Glasgow to Leith by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail And Train timetable from Glasgow to Leith

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 88 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Light Rail line T50.

  • Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Leith?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Glasgow to Leith?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow in Glasgow to Haymarket station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Haymarket station near Leith in Edinburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Glasgow to Leith by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Glasgow in Glasgow and Leith in Edinburgh by train and light rail is about 1 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Glasgow to get to Leith?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Glasgow Queen Street station near Glasgow in Glasgow.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Glasgow and Leith?

    Get off the train at the Haymarket station, which is closest to Leith in Edinburgh.

  • When is the last train from Glasgow to Leith?

    The last train from Glasgow in Glasgow to Leith in Edinburgh is the ScotRail line. It leaves the Glasgow Queen Street station at 23:15.

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