What is the cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £90 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between West Lothian and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Deer Park and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between West Lothian and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Uphall and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between West Lothian and Edinburgh Castle is 13 miles. The road distance is 14 miles.

How do I travel from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

The train from Uphall to Edinburgh Waverley takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Deer Park station.

Where do I catch the West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle train from?

West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Uphall station.

Train or bus from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 48 min.

Where does the West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle is 14 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle?

Book your West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

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West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Uphall to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
32 min
£5–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Princes Streetbus Uk090
48 min
£2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castletaxi 13.9 mi
27 min
£90–120
Drive 13.9 mi
1. Drive from West Lothian to Edinburgh Castlecar 13.9 mi
27 min
£4–5
Bus via Cemetery
1. Take the bus from Cemetery to Princes Streetbus N18 / ...
1h
£2–4

West Lothian to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between West Lothian, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Uphall to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Deer Park to Princes Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 34 min. Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd also services this route hourly.

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