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

The cheapest way to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £100 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Limekilns and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Sandilands and arriving at Princes Street via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Limekilns and Edinburgh Castle is 17 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

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

Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Sandilands station.

Where does the Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle is 16 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sandilands to Park & Ridebus 6A / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Princes Streetbus X55 / ...
55 min
£6–12
Drive 15.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castlecar 15.9 mi
28 min
£4–6
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandilands to Railway Station Turning Circlebus 88A
2. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
1h 1m
£6–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Limekilns to Edinburgh Castletaxi 15.9 mi
28 min
£100–130

Limekilns to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a bus from Sandilands to Edinburgh Castle via Park & Ride and Princes Street in around 55 min.

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