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

The cheapest way to get from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Balerno and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bavelaw Gardens and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Balerno and Edinburgh Castle is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to line 44 bus which takes 56 min and costs £3.

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

The line 44 bus from Bavelaw Gardens to Princes Street takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

Balerno to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Bavelaw Gardens station.

Where does the Balerno to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Balerno to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Balerno to Edinburgh Castle is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Balerno to Edinburgh Castle - 3 ways to travel via line 44 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Balerno to Edinburgh Castle by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 44 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bavelaw Gardens to Princes Streetbus N44 / ...
56 min
£3
Drive 7.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balerno to Edinburgh Castlecar 7.6 mi
19 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balerno to Edinburgh Castletaxi 7.6 mi
19 min
£50–65

Balerno to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Balerno, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Bavelaw Gardens to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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