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

From Edinburgh to Methil by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Kirkcaldy station. Next, take the X61 bus from St Brycedale Road, Kirkcaldy station to Memorial Court, Lower Methil station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Methil on the Moovit app.

126min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X61X61
Walk to Methil
Leaves from Edinburgh

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
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    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Kirkcaldy
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Brycedale Road, Kirkcaldy
    ID 6500K0306
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - X61X61
    Wait for bus
    X61
    Leven
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Memorial Court, Lower Methil
    ID 6500K0507
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Methil
    Walk to
    Methil
    Bowling Green Street
    310 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Edinburgh to Methil by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 44A

To get from Edinburgh to Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Markinch station. Next, take the 44A bus from Railway Station, Markinch station to Den Walk, Methil station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Methil on the Moovit app.

141min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 44A44A
Walk to Methil
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Markinch
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Markinch
    ID 6500K0628
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44A44A
    Wait for bus
    44A
    Leven
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Den Walk, Methil
    ID 6500K0476
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Methil
    Walk to
    Methil
    Bowling Green Street
    740 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Methil

The distance between Edinburgh, Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill and Methil, Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill is approximately 56.75 km, which can typically be travelled in 126 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Methil by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Edinburgh to Methil

To check the bus and train schedule from Edinburgh to Methil using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Methil), 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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Alternative route from Edinburgh to Methil by bus and train via SCOTRAIL and 44A

To get from Edinburgh to Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Markinch station. Next, take the 44A bus from Railway Station, Markinch station to Den Walk, Methil station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Methil on the Moovit app.

141min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 44A44A
Walk to Methil
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Markinch
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Railway Station, Markinch
    ID 6500K0628
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 44A44A
    Wait for bus
    44A
    Leven
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Den Walk, Methil
    ID 6500K0476
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Methil
    Walk to
    Methil
    Bowling Green Street
    740 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 126 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X61.

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

    The alternative route takes 141 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 44A.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Methil?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Methil?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Aberdeen station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Kirkcaldy station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Kirkcaldy station near Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Methil by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Edinburgh and Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill by train and bus is about 2 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Methil?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Aberdeen station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Methil?

    Get off the train at the Kirkcaldy stop, which is closest to Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill.

  • When is the last train from Edinburgh to Methil?

    The last train from Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Methil in Buckhaven, Methil, Methilhill is the ScotRail line. It leaves the Edinburgh station at 00:05.

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