What is the cheapest way to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle is to tram which costs £3 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Port of Leith and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Shore and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Port of Leith and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port of Leith and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Port of Leith and Edinburgh Castle is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 29 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from Port of Leith to Princes Street takes 17 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from The Shore station.

Where do I catch the Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Port of Leith station.

Where does the Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3010+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 16 bus

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Port of Leith to Princes Streettram T50
29 min
£3
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from The Shore to Princes Streetbus N16 / ...
42 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castletaxi 3.4 mi
11 min
£26–32
Walk
1. Take the walk from Port of Leith to Edinburgh Castlewalk 2.8 mi
54 min

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Distance: 2.8 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Port of Leith, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Port of Leith to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from The Shore to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 22 min.

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