What is the cheapest way to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Commonwealth Pool and arriving at Lauriston Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to line 2 bus which takes 28 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle?

The line 2 bus from Commonwealth Pool to Lauriston Street takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Commonwealth Pool station.

Where does the Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Lauriston Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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There are 5 ways to get from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Pool to Lauriston Streetbus 2
28 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowbank House to Frederick Streetbus X5
28 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castletaxi 2 mi
6 min
£17–21
Walk
1. Take the foot from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castlewalk 2.8 mi
53 min
Line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Commonwealth Pool to Princes Streetbus N30 / ...
34 min
£3

Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 2.3 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Commonwealth Pool to Lauriston Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 16 min.

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