What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs £13 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Scottish Parliament Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lauriston Building and arriving at Scottish Parliament. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Scottish Parliament Building is 2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building?

The line 35 bus from Lauriston Building to Scottish Parliament takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Lauriston Building station.

Where can I stay near Scottish Parliament Building?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Scottish Parliament Building.

Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building

Q: How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building without a car is to line 35 bus which takes 28 min and costs £3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 35 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lauriston Building to Scottish Parliamentbus N35 / ...
28 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Regent Terracebus 113 / ...
29 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Buildingtaxi 1.4 mi
4 min
£13–17
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Buildingwalk 1.1 mi
20 min

Edinburgh Castle to Scottish Parliament Building by foot and bus

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Distance: 1.8 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Scottish Parliament Building, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Lauriston Building to Scottish Parliament every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 14 min.

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