What is the cheapest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £11 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chapel Street and arriving at Chalmers Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between University of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle is 2 miles.

How long does it take to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

The bus from Chapel Street to Chalmers Street takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Chapel Street station.

Where does the University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Chalmers Street station.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 3010+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

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Q: How do I travel from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to bus which takes 25 min and costs £1 - £2.

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There are 3 ways to get from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by bus, taxi, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chapel Street to Chalmers Streetbus 12 / ...
25 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castletaxi 1 mi
3 min
£11–14
Walk
1. Take the walk from University of Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castlewalk 4,640 ft
17 min

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Distance: 1.6 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between University of Edinburgh, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Chapel Street to Chalmers Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 7 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route hourly.

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