What is the cheapest way to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £6 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ratho Station and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station Road station and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Ratho Station and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Gogarburn and arriving at Princes Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Ratho Station and Edinburgh Castle is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus which takes 41 min and costs £1 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle?

The bus from Station Road to Princes Street takes 27 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Gogarburn station.

Where does the Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle - 5 ways to travel via bus, tram, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Station Road to Princes Streetbus 978 / ...
41 min
£1–6
Tram
1. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Princes Streettram T50
46 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castletaxi 8.8 mi
19 min
£60–75
Drive 8.8 mi
1. Drive from Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castlecar 8.8 mi
19 min
£3–4
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Princes Streetbus X19 / ...
45 min
£5–7

Ratho Station to Edinburgh Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Ratho Station, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Station Road to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 27 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Gogarburn to Princes Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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