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

The cheapest way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Tranent and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Elder Court and arriving at Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South via Edinburgh - Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Tranent and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Prestonpans and arriving at Haymarket via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Tranent and Edinburgh Zoo is 13 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

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

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from Elder Court station.

Where do I catch the Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestonpans station.

Train or bus from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £6 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo is 14 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverleytrain North Berwick - Edinburgh / ...
25 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elder Court to Princes Streetbus X4
1h 4m
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tranent to Edinburgh Zootaxi 13.9 mi
29 min
£90–110
Drive 13.9 mi
1. Drive from Tranent to Edinburgh Zoocar 13.9 mi
29 min
£4–5
Line 113 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to Shandwick Placebus 113 / ...
1h 8m
£4–5
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Elder Court to Health Centrebus X4
2. Take the train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Edinburgh Zoobus X19 / ...
1h 18m
£5–10
Bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridge Street to High Streetbus 113 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Edinburgh Zoobus 26
1h 22m
£5

Tranent to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 12.5 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Prestonpans to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, East Coast Buses operates a bus from Elder Court to Princes Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 53 min.

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