What is the cheapest way to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus via Calton Terrace Brae which costs £1 - £3 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leith Walk and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Andrew's House and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith Walk and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from McDonald Road and arriving at Saughton. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Leith Walk and Edinburgh Zoo is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to tram and bus which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 24 min to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from St Andrew's House station.

Where do I catch the Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from McDonald Road station.

Where does the Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Edinburgh Zoo station.

Where does the Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Saughton station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2836+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo - 6 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 6 ways to get from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from McDonald Road to Haymarkettram T50
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Haymarket Station South to Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo Southbus Uk090
24 min
£3–4
Bus via Calton Terrace Brae
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calton Terrace Brae to Edinburgh Zoobus 26
45 min
£1–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Edinburgh Zoobus X19 / ...
37 min
£2
Tram
1. Take the tram from McDonald Road to Saughtontram T50
47 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zootaxi 4.3 mi
12 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoowalk 4.4 mi
1h 25m

Leith Walk to Edinburgh Zoo by foot, tram, and bus

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Distance: 3.9 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Leith Walk, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from St Andrew's House to Edinburgh Zoo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from McDonald Road to Saughton every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 22 min.

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