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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Leith

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Leith

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Midland Bluebird

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

Lothian Buses

Phone:
+44 131 555 6363
Website:
lothianbuses.com/
Bus from Princes Street to Kirkgate
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.28

Train operators

Edinburgh Trams

Phone:
0131 475 0177
Email:
info@edinburghtrams.com
Website:
edinburghtrams.com/
Train from Princes Street to Foot
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.54–$9.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leith is to bus which costs $2.28 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leith is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $19.57 - $23.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Kirkgate Centre. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princes Street and arriving at Foot of the Walk. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Leith?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Leith is 9 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leith without a car is to bus which takes 23 min and costs $2.28 .

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

The bus from Princes Street to Kirkgate Centre takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Leith train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Princes Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh Castle to Leith?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Leith is to bus which takes 23 min and costs $2.28 . There are no good options to train or fly between Edinburgh Castle to Leith.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Leith bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Leith bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Kirkgate Centre station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Leith train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Foot of the Walk station.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2186+ hotels available in Leith. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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