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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £100 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Blackness Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Square via Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Blackness Castle is 24 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle is 16 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle.

Where can I stay near Blackness Castle?

There are 2973+ hotels available in Blackness Castle.

Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Linlithgowtrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
2. Take the bus from Cross to Squarebus F49
2h 1m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Crossbus X38
2h 44m
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castletaxi 15.9 mi
28 min
£100–130
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Blackness Castlecar 15.9 mi
28 min
£4–6

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Midland Bluebird operates a bus from Princes Street to Cross hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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