What is the cheapest way to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

The cheapest way to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

The fastest way to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh and Royal Mile?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Viscount Drive and arriving at South Bridge. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh and Royal Mile?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eskbank and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

The distance between Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh and Royal Mile is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

The line 29 bus from Viscount Drive to South Bridge takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile bus from?

Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Viscount Drive station.

Where do I catch the Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile train from?

Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Eskbank station.

Train or bus from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

The best way to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile is to line 29 bus which takes 48 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile bus arrive?

Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at South Bridge station.

Where does the Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile train arrive?

Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile?

Yes, the driving distance between Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 29 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Viscount Drive to South Bridgebus 29 / ...
48 min
£3
Drive 6.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Milecar 6.5 mi
15 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Eskbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
58 min
£3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Miletaxi 6.5 mi
15 min
£45–55
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Dobbies Garden World to South Bridgebus N3 / ...
50 min
£3

Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh to Royal Mile by foot and bus

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Distance: 6.8 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Melville Castle Hotel, Edinburgh, Scotland and Royal Mile, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Viscount Drive to South Bridge every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Eskbank to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 22 min.

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