What is the cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Ratho?

The cheapest way to get from Dalkeith to Ratho is to line 3 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Ratho?

The fastest way to get from Dalkeith to Ratho is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dalkeith and Ratho?

No, there is no direct bus from Dalkeith to Ratho. However, there are services departing from South Street and arriving at Craigpark Avenue via Royal Infirmary and Hermiston Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Dalkeith to Ratho?

The distance between Dalkeith and Ratho is 19 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dalkeith to Ratho without a car?

The best way to get from Dalkeith to Ratho without a car is to bus and line 70 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Dalkeith to Ratho?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Dalkeith to Ratho, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dalkeith to Ratho bus from?

Dalkeith to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Street station.

Where does the Dalkeith to Ratho bus arrive?

Dalkeith to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Royal Infirmary station.

Can I drive from Dalkeith to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between Dalkeith to Ratho is 14 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Dalkeith to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

There are 2491+ hotels available in Ratho.

Dalkeith to Ratho - 6 ways to travel via bus, line 70 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dalkeith to Ratho by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, line 70 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Street to Princes Streetbus N3
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Craigpark Avenuebus 70
1h 31m
£8–9
Drive 13.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dalkeith to Rathocar 13.9 mi
16 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dalkeith to Rathotaxi 13.9 mi
16 min
£30–40
Line 48 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Royal Infirmarybus 48 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Infirmary to Hermiston Park & Ridebus X40
1h 44m
£6
Line 3 bus via Haymarket Station
1. Take the bus from South Street to Haymarket Stationbus 3
1h 53m
£7
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from South Street to Parkhead Terracebus 3
1h 57m
£4

Dalkeith to Ratho by bus, train, and foot

60Weekly Services

1h 31mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Dalkeith, Scotland and Ratho, Scotland?

You can take a bus from South Street to Craigpark Avenue via Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh Gateway, and Gyle Roundabout in around 1h 31m.

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