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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo

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7 min
Car
4 km.
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18 min
Bicycle
5 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.05–$5.57
Bus from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.57

Midland Bluebird

Phone:
03330 16 61 62
Email:
Website:
mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Princes Street to Silvan
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Lothian Buses

Phone:
+44 131 555 6363
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66
Bus from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66
Bus from Princes Street to Silvan
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66

Bright Bus

Phone:
0333 016 6162
Email:
Website:
brightbustours.com/
Bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Bus from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

Lothian Country Buses

Phone:
0131 554 4494
Email:
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96
Bus from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus via Silvan House which costs $2.28 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $18.48 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo is 5 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 16 min and costs $2.28 - $4.78 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo?

The bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh Zoo takes 11 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Bright Bus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Bright Bus, arrive at Edinburgh Zoo station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo?

It is currently 12:09 at both, Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2214+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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