What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University is to bus which costs £2 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University?

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

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Curriehill. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

The distance between Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University without a car is to bus which takes 30 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

The bus from The Exchange to Hermiston Walk takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University bus from?

Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from The Exchange station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University train from?

Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University is to bus which takes 30 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 35 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Hermiston Walk station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University train arrive?

Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Curriehill station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University is 7 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University?

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Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University by bus, train, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from The Exchange to Hermiston Walkbus N28 / ...
30 min
£2
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Curriehilltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
35 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt Universitytaxi 6.8 mi
18 min
£45–60
Drive 6.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt Universitycar 6.8 mi
18 min
£2–3
Line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to The Avenuebus N25 / ...
37 min
£3
Line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Boundary Road Northbus 34
45 min
£3

Edinburgh to Heriot-Watt University by bus and foot

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Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Heriot-Watt University, Scotland?

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from The Exchange to Hermiston Walk every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Curriehill hourly. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 16 min.

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