What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross is to line 60 bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £11 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Mercat Cross?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lauriston Building and arriving at South Bridge. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Mercat Cross is 1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross without a car is to line 35 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross?

The line 35 bus from Lauriston Building to South Bridge takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Lauriston Building station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at South Bridge station.

Where can I stay near Mercat Cross?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Mercat Cross.

Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross - 5 ways to travel via line 35 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 35 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lauriston Building to South Bridgebus N35 / ...
20 min
£3
Line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bread Street to Surgeons' Hallbus 60
27 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Crosstaxi 5,270 ft
3 min
£11–14
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Crosswalk 3,260 ft
12 min
Line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to South Bridgebus N3 / ...
26 min
£3

Edinburgh Castle to Mercat Cross by foot and bus

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Distance: 1.2 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Mercat Cross, Edinburgh, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Lauriston Building to South Bridge every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 7 min.

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