What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and South Queensferry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Slip Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and South Queensferry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dalmeny. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and South Queensferry is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmeny takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry train from?

Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry is to train which takes 27 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Slip Road station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmeny station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry is 9 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry?

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Where can I stay near South Queensferry?

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Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmenytrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
27 min
£4–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Slip Roadbus X56 / ...
38 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferrytaxi 9.4 mi
22 min
£65–80
Drive 9.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferrycar 9.4 mi
22 min
£3–4

Edinburgh Castle to South Queensferry by foot and train

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Distance: 9.9 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and South Queensferry, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dalmeny every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Slip Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 24 min. Lothian Country Buses also services this route every 15 minutes.

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