What is the cheapest way to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle is to tram which costs £3 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £23 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

Is there a direct train between 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from The Shore and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How long does it take to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from The Shore to Princes Street takes 15 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where do I catch the 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle train from?

3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from The Shore station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle

Q: How far is it from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle is 3 miles.

Q: How do I travel from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 30 min and costs £3.

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There are 4 ways to get from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by tram, taxi, foot, or bus

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from The Shore to Princes Streettram T50
30 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castletaxi 3 mi
10 min
£23–29
Walk
1. Take the walk from 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castlewalk 2.5 mi
48 min
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Foot of the Walk to Princes Streetbus 16 / ...
39 min
£3

3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by foot and tram

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Distance: 2.8 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between 3 John's Place Townhouse, Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from The Shore to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Foot of the Walk to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 18 min.

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