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

The cheapest way to get from Broughton to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Broughton to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Broughton and Edinburgh Castle?

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

Is there a direct train between Broughton and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from McDonald Road and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Broughton to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Broughton and Edinburgh Castle is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Broughton to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 20 min and costs £3.

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

The tram from McDonald Road to Princes Street takes 8 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Broughton to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Elm Row station.

Where do I catch the Broughton to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Broughton to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from McDonald Road station.

Where does the Broughton to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Broughton to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Broughton to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Broughton to Edinburgh Castle - 5 ways to travel via tram, taxi, foot, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Broughton to Edinburgh Castle by tram, taxi, foot, or bus

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from McDonald Road to Princes Streettram T50
20 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elm Row to Princes Streetbus N11 / ...
23 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Broughton to Edinburgh Castletaxi 1.9 mi
6 min
£16–20
Walk
1. Take the walk from Broughton to Edinburgh Castlewalk 1.5 mi
29 min
Bus via The Exchange
1. Take the bus from Leith Street to The Exchangebus N28
28 min
£2

Broughton to Edinburgh Castle by tram and foot

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Distance: 1.5 mi
Duration: 20 min

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

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from McDonald Road to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Elm Row to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 10 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route hourly.

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