What is the cheapest way to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat?

The cheapest way to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat is to bus which costs £1 - £5 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat?

The fastest way to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs £15 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Old Town and Arthur's Seat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merchant Street and arriving at Commonwealth Pool. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Old Town to Arthur's Seat?

The distance between Old Town and Arthur's Seat is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Old Town to Arthur's Seat without a car?

The best way to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat without a car is to bus which takes 11 min and costs £1 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Old Town to Arthur's Seat?

The bus from Merchant Street to Commonwealth Pool takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Old Town to Arthur's Seat bus from?

Old Town to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Merchant Street station.

Where does the Old Town to Arthur's Seat bus arrive?

Old Town to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Commonwealth Pool station.

Where can I stay near Arthur's Seat?

There are 2996+ hotels available in Arthur's Seat.

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Old Town to Arthur's Seat by bus

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Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Old Town, Edinburgh, Scotland and Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Merchant Street to Commonwealth Pool every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 11 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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