What is the cheapest way to get from Princes Street to Saughton?

The cheapest way to get from Princes Street to Saughton is to tram which costs £3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Princes Street to Saughton?

The fastest way to get from Princes Street to Saughton is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Princes Street and Saughton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Saughton Mains Avenue. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Princes Street and Saughton?

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

How far is it from Princes Street to Saughton?

The distance between Princes Street and Saughton is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Princes Street to Saughton without a car?

The best way to get from Princes Street to Saughton without a car is to tram which takes 14 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Princes Street to Saughton?

The tram from Princes Street to Saughton takes 14 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Princes Street to Saughton bus from?

Princes Street to Saughton bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Princes Street to Saughton train from?

Princes Street to Saughton train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Princes Street to Saughton bus arrive?

Princes Street to Saughton bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Saughton Mains Avenue station.

Where does the Princes Street to Saughton train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Saughton?

There are 3030+ hotels available in Saughton.

Princes Street to Saughton - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and foot

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There are 4 ways to get from Princes Street to Saughton by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Saughtontram T50
14 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Saughton Mains Avenuebus N30 / ...
18 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Princes Street to Saughtontaxi 4.1 mi
10 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Princes Street to Saughtonwalk 3.5 mi
1h 6m

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Distance: 2.9 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland and Saughton, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Princes Street to Saughton every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Lothian operates a bus from Princes Street to Saughton Mains Avenue every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 16 min. Lothian Country Buses also services this route 3 times a day.

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