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

The cheapest way to get from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £18 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Murrayfield and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Murrayfield Road and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

Is there a direct train between Murrayfield and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Murrayfield Stadium and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Murrayfield and Edinburgh Castle is 2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 23 min and costs £3.

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

The tram from Murrayfield Stadium to Princes Street takes 11 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Murrayfield Road station.

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

Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Murrayfield Stadium station.

Where does the Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2848+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Murrayfield Stadium to Princes Streettram T50
23 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Murrayfield Road to Princes Streetbus 26 / ...
26 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castletaxi 2.1 mi
6 min
£18–22
Walk
1. Take the walk from Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castlewalk 2.5 mi
49 min

Murrayfield to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 2 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Murrayfield Stadium to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Murrayfield Road to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 12 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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