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

The cheapest way to get from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which costs £2 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £30 - £40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Avenue and arriving at HMP Edinburgh. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

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

The distance between Heriot-Watt University and Edinburgh Zoo is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to line 25 bus via Haymarket Station which takes 40 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

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

Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from The Avenue station.

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

Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

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Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo - 5 ways to travel via line 25 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoo by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 25 bus via Haymarket Station
best
1. Take the bus from The Avenue to Haymarket Stationbus N25 / ...
40 min
£3–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hermiston Walk to Saughton Mainsbus N28 / ...
47 min
£2
Line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from The Avenue to HMP Edinburghbus N25 / ...
46 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zootaxi 4.6 mi
12 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Heriot-Watt University to Edinburgh Zoowalk 4 mi
1h 16m

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from The Avenue to Haymarket Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 30 min.

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