What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno is to line 44 bus via Shandwick Place which costs £2 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Balerno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Balerno High School. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Balerno is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno without a car is to line 44 bus via Shandwick Place which takes 44 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno?

The line 44 bus from Shandwick Place to Balerno High School takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Balerno bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Balerno bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Balerno bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Balerno High School station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Balerno is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 807+ hotels available in Balerno.

Edinburgh Castle to Balerno - 4 ways to travel via line 44 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Balerno by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 44 bus via Shandwick Place
best
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Balerno High Schoolbus N44 / ...
44 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Balernotaxi 7.6 mi
19 min
£26–31
Drive 7.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Balernocar 7.6 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Balerno High Schoolbus N44 / ...
46 min
£2

Edinburgh Castle to Balerno by foot and bus

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Distance: 7.5 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Balerno, Scotland?

Lothian Buses operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Balerno High School every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 34 min.

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