What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland is to line 60 bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £10 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and National Museums Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Port and arriving at Bristo Place. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and National Museums Scotland is 1 miles.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland?

The line 2 bus from West Port to Bristo Place takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from West Port station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Bristo Place station.

Where can I stay near National Museums Scotland?

There are 3018+ hotels available in National Museums Scotland.

Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland - 4 ways to travel via line 2 bus

Q: How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland without a car is to line 2 bus which takes 19 min and costs £3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from West Port to Bristo Placebus 2
19 min
£3
Line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bread Street to Surgeons' Hallbus 60
26 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotlandtaxi 4,680 ft
3 min
£10–13
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotlandwalk 3,170 ft
11 min

Edinburgh Castle to National Museums Scotland by foot and bus

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Distance: 1.1 mi
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and National Museums Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from West Port to Bristo Place every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 5 min.

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