What is the cheapest way to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ratho and Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ingliston Showground and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Ratho and Edinburgh Zoo is 4 miles. The road distance is 6.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 16 min and costs £1 - £3.

How long does it take to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo?

The bus from Ingliston Showground to Edinburgh Zoo takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Ingliston Showground station.

Where does the Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Edinburgh Zoo station.

Can I drive from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo is 6 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and line 70 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoo by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ingliston Showground to Edinburgh Zoobus X19 / ...
16 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratho to Edinburgh Zootaxi 6.1 mi
13 min
£40–55
Drive 6.1 mi
1. Drive from Ratho to Edinburgh Zoocar 6.1 mi
13 min
£2–3
Line 70 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North Street to Gogarburn A8bus 70
2. Take the bus from Gogarburn A8 to Edinburgh Zoobus 909 / ...
29 min
£3–4
Line 70 bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from North Street to Gyle Centrebus 70
2. Take the bus from Gyle Centre to Edinburgh Zoobus 12
51 min
£5

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Ratho, Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Ingliston Showground to Edinburgh Zoo every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 15 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route every 20 minutes.

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