What is the cheapest way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Kilsyth and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Main Street and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Kilsyth and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Croy and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Kilsyth and Edinburgh Castle is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £15 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Main Street station.

Where do I catch the Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Croy station.

Train or bus from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £22 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle is 39 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, line 72 bus, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 18m
£15–27
Drive 38.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castlecar 38.5 mi
51 min
£10–14
Line 72 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parkburn Road to Mariner Centrebus 72A / ...
2. Take the train from Camelon to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
1h 45m
£14–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 88C / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
2h 32m
£11–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castletaxi 38.5 mi
51 min
£250–300
Line 344 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Croy Stationbus 344
2. Take the train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 51m

Kilsyth to Edinburgh Castle by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 37.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Kilsyth, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Croy to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main Street to Edinburgh Castle via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 2h 32m.

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