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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from West End to Edinburgh Castle

Composite routes from West End to Edinburgh Castle

Cheapest
41 min
Car
46 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
2 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.29–$4.68

Midland Bluebird

Phone:
03330 16 61 62
Email:
Website:
mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
2 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

Lothian Buses

Phone:
+44 131 555 6363
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
3 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66

East Coast Buses

Email:
Website:
eastcoastbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
3 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$1.90

Lothian Country Buses

Phone:
0131 554 4494
Email:
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
2 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

Edinburgh Trams

Phone:
0131 475 0177
Email:
Website:
edinburghtrams.com/
Train from West End - Princes Street to Princes
Ave. Duration:
3 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96–$11.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs $1.30 - $4.02 and takes 7 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $11.96 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between West End and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

Is there a direct train between West End and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West End - Princes Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from West End to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between West End and Edinburgh Castle is 736 meters.

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

The best way to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus which takes 7 min and costs $1.30 - $4.02 .

How long does it take to get from West End to Edinburgh Castle?

The bus from Queensferry Street to Princes Street takes 3 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the West End to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

West End to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the West End to Edinburgh Castle train from?

West End to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from West End - Princes Street station.

Where does the West End to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

West End to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the West End to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

West End to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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