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

The cheapest way to get from Melville Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melville Castle to Edinburgh is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Melville Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dobbies Garden World and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Melville Castle and Edinburgh?

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 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Melville Castle and Edinburgh is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melville Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to line 3 bus which takes 44 min and costs £3.

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

The line 3 bus from Dobbies Garden World to Surgeons' Hall takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Melville Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Dobbies Garden World station.

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

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

Train or bus from Melville Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Melville Castle to Edinburgh is to line 3 bus which takes 44 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Melville Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Melville Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Melville Castle to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melville Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Melville Castle to Edinburgh is 7 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Melville Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Melville Castle to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, and taxi

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

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Line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dobbies Garden World to Surgeons' Hallbus N3 / ...
44 min
£3
Drive 6.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melville Castle to Edinburghcar 6.9 mi
17 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Eskbank to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
53 min
£3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melville Castle to Edinburghtaxi 6.9 mi
17 min
£45–60

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Dobbies Garden World to Surgeons' Hall every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 32 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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