What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith is to tram which costs £3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £27 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Port of Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at The Shore. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Port of Leith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princes Street and arriving at Port of Leith. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Port of Leith is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith without a car is to tram which takes 31 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith?

The tram from Princes Street to Port of Leith takes 19 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at The Shore station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Port of Leith station.

Where can I stay near Port of Leith?

There are 3010+ hotels available in Port of Leith.

Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 16 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leith by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Port of Leithtram T50
31 min
£3
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to The Shorebus N16 / ...
43 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leithtaxi 3.5 mi
11 min
£27–32
Walk
1. Take the walk from Edinburgh Castle to Port of Leithwalk 2.8 mi
54 min

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Distance: 2.8 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Port of Leith, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Princes Street to Port of Leith every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Princes Street to The Shore every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 23 min.

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