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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from George Square to Edinburgh Castle

Composite routes from George Square to Edinburgh Castle

Cheapest
54 min
Car
74 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Glasgow to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.43–$10.76

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle is to rideshare which costs $3.80 - $9.24 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between George Square and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between George Square and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between George Square and Edinburgh Castle is 77 km. The road distance is 74.4 km.

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

The best way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $16.30 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the George Square to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

George Square to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the George Square to Edinburgh Castle train from?

George Square to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from George Square to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $16.30 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $20.65 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the George Square to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

George Square to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at St Andrew's House station.

Where does the George Square to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

George Square to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between George Square to Edinburgh Castle is 74 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from George Square to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

Book your George Square to Edinburgh Castle train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

Book your George Square to Edinburgh Castle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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

Can I share a ride from George Square to Edinburgh Castle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between George Square and Edinburgh Castle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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