What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park is to tram which costs £3 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Holyrood Park?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh Zoo and arriving at Meadowbank Stadium. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Zoo and Holyrood Park?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balgreen and arriving at Picardy Place. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Holyrood Park is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park without a car is to line 26 bus which takes 47 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park?

The line 26 bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Meadowbank Stadium takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Edinburgh Zoo station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park train from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Balgreen station.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park bus arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Meadowbank Stadium station.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park train arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Picardy Place station.

Where can I stay near Holyrood Park?

There are 2798+ hotels available in Holyrood Park.

Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park - 4 ways to travel via line 26 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Holyrood Park by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Distance: 5.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Holyrood Park, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Meadowbank Stadium every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Balgreen to Picardy Place every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 19 min.

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