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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton is to train which costs £1 - £3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chalmers Street and arriving at Colinton Village. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kingsknowe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Colinton is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe takes 10 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Chalmers Street station.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton is to train which takes 22 min and costs £1 - £3. Alternatively, you can line 45 bus, which costs £3 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Colinton Village station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Colinton train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kingsknowe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton?

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Where can I stay near Colinton?

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Edinburgh Castle to Colinton - 7 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowetrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
22 min
£1–3
Line 45 bus
1. Take the bus from Chalmers Street to Colinton Villagebus 45
34 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Colintontaxi 4 mi
10 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Edinburgh Castle to Colintonwalk 4.6 mi
1h 30m
Line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Lochrin Buildings to Barnshot Roadbus 10
34 min
£3
Line 16 bus via Bread Street
1. Take the bus from Bread Street to Barnshot Roadbus N16 / ...
44 min
£3
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Barnshot Roadbus N16 / ...
50 min
£3

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton by foot and train

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Distance: 4.4 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kingsknowe hourly. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Chalmers Street to Colinton Village hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 21 min.

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