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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton is to line 45 bus which costs £2 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs £16 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chalmers Street and arriving at Colinton Village. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Colinton is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton without a car is to line 45 bus which takes 27 min and costs £2.

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

The line 45 bus from Chalmers Street to Colinton Village takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Chalmers Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Colinton Village station.

Where can I stay near Colinton?

There are 2642+ hotels available in Colinton.

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton - 5 ways to travel via line 45 bus, taxi, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Colinton by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 45 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chalmers Street to Colinton Villagebus 45
27 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Colintontaxi 4 mi
10 min
£16–19
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Castle to Colintonwalk 4.2 mi
1h 21m
Line 10 bus
1. Take the bus from Lochrin Buildings to Barnshot Roadbus 10
28 min
£2
Line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Barnshot Roadbus N16 / ...
47 min
£2

Edinburgh Castle to Colinton by foot and bus

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Distance: 4.2 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Lothian Buses operates a bus from Chalmers Street to Colinton Village every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 21 min.

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