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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Anstruther?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Harbour. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Anstruther is 49 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 15m and costs £17 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Harbour station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther.

Where can I stay near Anstruther?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Anstruther.

Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leventrain Edinburgh - Leven
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Craws Nest Hotelbus 395 / ...
2h 15m
£17–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Harbourbus X61
2h 48m
£11–16
Drive 48.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruthercar 48.8 mi
1h 10m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Anstruthertaxi 48.8 mi
1h 10m
£310–380

Edinburgh Castle to Anstruther by foot, train, and bus

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Harbour every 3 hours. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 2h 34m.

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