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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston is to line 27 bus which costs £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs £18 - £23.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Mound and arriving at Polwarth Park. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston?

The distance between Edinburgh Princes Street and Merchiston is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston without a car is to line 27 bus which takes 15 min and costs £3.

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

The line 27 bus from The Mound to Polwarth Park takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from The Mound station.

Where does the Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston bus arrive?

Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Polwarth Park station.

Where can I stay near Merchiston?

There are 3020+ hotels available in Merchiston.

Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston - 3 ways to travel via line 27 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 27 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Mound to Polwarth Parkbus 27
15 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchistontaxi 2.2 mi
7 min
£18–23
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchistonwalk 1.9 mi
36 min

Edinburgh Princes Street to Merchiston by bus

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Distance: 2 mi
Duration: 15 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from The Mound to Polwarth Park every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 15 min.

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