What is the cheapest way to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle is to tram which costs £3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle is to tram which takes 18 min and costs £3.

Is there a direct bus between Shandwick Place and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Drumsheugh Place and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4 min.

Is there a direct train between Shandwick Place and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West End - Princes Street and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Shandwick Place and Edinburgh Castle is 1 miles.

How do I travel from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to tram which takes 18 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle?

The tram from West End - Princes Street to Princes Street takes 3 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, depart from Drumsheugh Place station.

Where do I catch the Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from West End - Princes Street station.

Where does the Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian Country Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Shandwick Place 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.

Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle - 3 ways to travel via tram, foot, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castle by tram, foot, or bus

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from West End - Princes Street to Princes Streettram T50
18 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drumsheugh Place to Princes Streetbus 43 / ...
22 min
£2–3
Walk
1. Take the foot from Shandwick Place to Edinburgh Castlewalk 5,060 ft
18 min

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Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Shandwick Place, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from West End - Princes Street to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 3 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Drumsheugh Place to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 4 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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