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

The cheapest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Ratho is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Ratho is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from University of Edinburgh to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Lauriston Place and arriving at Craigpark Avenue via Hermiston Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from University of Edinburgh to Ratho?

The distance between University of Edinburgh and Ratho is 11 miles. The road distance is 9.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from University of Edinburgh to Ratho without a car is to train and line 70 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £4 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from University of Edinburgh to Ratho, including transfers.

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

University of Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Lauriston Place station.

Where does the University of Edinburgh to Ratho bus arrive?

University of Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Hermiston Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from University of Edinburgh to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Edinburgh to Ratho is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from University of Edinburgh to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

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University of Edinburgh to Ratho - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 70 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from University of Edinburgh to Ratho by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 70 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Craigpark Avenuebus 70
1h 7m
£4–6
Drive 9.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from University of Edinburgh to Rathocar 9.1 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 35 bus
1. Take the bus from Lauriston Place to Hermiston Park & Ridebus N35 / ...
1h 10m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Edinburgh to Rathotaxi 9.1 mi
20 min
£60–75

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Distance: 11.4 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Lothian operates a bus from Lauriston Place to Hermiston Park & Ride every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 34 min.

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