What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Park Central and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Redheughs Avenue and arriving at Lothian Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Park Central and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Park Central and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh Park Central and Edinburgh Castle is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from Edinburgh Park Central to Princes Street takes 21 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Redheughs Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Edinburgh Park Central station.

Where does the Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Lothian Road station.

Where does the Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Princes Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle is 6 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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Q: How do I travel from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 33 min and costs £3.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Edinburgh Park Central to Princes Streettram T50
33 min
£3
Drive 5.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castlecar 5.9 mi
14 min
£2–3
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Redheughs Avenue to Lothian Roadbus 22
51 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castletaxi 5.9 mi
14 min
£40–50

Edinburgh Park Central to Edinburgh Castle by tram and foot

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Park Central, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Edinburgh Park Central to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Redheughs Avenue to Lothian Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min.

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