What is the cheapest way to get from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Pilrig Street and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pilrig Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Pilrig Street and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balfour Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Pilrig Street and Edinburgh Castle is 2 miles.

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

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

How long does it take to get from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from Balfour Street to Princes Street takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Pilrig Street station.

Where do I catch the Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Balfour Street station.

Where does the Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, and taxi

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Balfour Street to Princes Streettram T50
23 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pilrig Street to Princes Streetbus N16 / ...
27 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castletaxi 2 mi
6 min
£17–21
Walk
1. Take the foot from Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castlewalk 1.6 mi
32 min

Pilrig Street to Edinburgh Castle by tram and foot

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Distance: 1.9 mi
Duration: 23 min

What companies run services between Pilrig Street, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Balfour Street to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Pilrig Street to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 14 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route every 3 hours.

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