What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Princes Street and Dalkeith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Melville Gate Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith?

The distance between Edinburgh Princes Street and Dalkeith is 6 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith without a car is to bus which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith?

The bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Road takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith bus from?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from South Bridge station.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith bus arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Melville Gate Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2805+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Roadbus 51 / ...
34 min
£4–6
Drive 7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeithcar 7 mi
16 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeithtaxi 7 mi
16 min
£45–60
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
42 min
£3

Edinburgh Princes Street to Dalkeith by foot and bus

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Distance: 6.4 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Princes Street, Scotland and Dalkeith, Scotland?

Borders Buses operates a bus from South Bridge to Melville Gate Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 23 min.

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