What is the cheapest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle is to tram which costs £3 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Leith Links and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Somerset Place and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith Links and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Foot of the Walk and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Leith Links and Edinburgh Castle is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 31 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from Foot of the Walk to Princes Street takes 13 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Somerset Place station.

Where do I catch the Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Foot of the Walk station.

Where does the Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castle by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Foot of the Walk to Princes Streettram T50
31 min
£3
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Somerset Place to Princes Streetbus 1
39 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castletaxi 3.1 mi
10 min
£24–29
Walk
1. Take the foot from Leith Links to Edinburgh Castlewalk 2.5 mi
48 min

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Distance: 2.6 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Leith Links, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Foot of the Walk to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Somerset Place to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 21 min.

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