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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies

Cheapest
31 min
Car
42 km.
from $2
Other
1 h 20 min
Train, Bus
34 km.
from $54

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Newlands
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

Stagecoach East Scotland

Phone:
0345 241 8000
Email:
customer.services@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Weir Street to West
Ave. Duration:
6 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.30

Midland Bluebird

Phone:
03330 16 61 62
Email:
enquiries@mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk
Website:
mcgillsscotlandeast.co.uk/
Bus from Weir Street to West
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Bus from Princes Street to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$26.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies is to drive which costs $8.15 - $13.04 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $8.15 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and The Kelpies?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Newlands Garage. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and The Kelpies is 46 km. The road distance is 42.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 20m and costs $13.04 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Newlands Garage station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies is 42 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to The Kelpies.

Where can I stay near The Kelpies?

There are 643+ hotels available in The Kelpies. Prices start at $43.92 per night.
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