What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Cramond beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Drumsheugh Place and arriving at Cramond Glebe Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Cramond beach is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach without a car is to line 47 bus which takes 37 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach?

The line 47 bus from Drumsheugh Place to Cramond Glebe Road takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Drumsheugh Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Cramond Glebe Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach is 5 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach.

Where can I stay near Cramond beach?

There are 2885+ hotels available in Cramond beach.

Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach - 4 ways to travel via line 47 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 47 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Drumsheugh Place to Cramond Glebe Roadbus 47B / ...
37 min
£3
Drive 5.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beachcar 5.3 mi
15 min
£2
Line 47 bus via Lothian Road
1. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Cramond Glebe Roadbus 47B / ...
40 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beachtaxi 5.3 mi
15 min
£35–50

Edinburgh Castle to Cramond beach by foot and bus

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Cramond beach, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Drumsheugh Place to Cramond Glebe Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 18 min.

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