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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine is to tram which costs £3 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs £14 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Corstorphine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Kirk Loan. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Corstorphine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Princes Street and arriving at Saughton. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Corstorphine is 3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine without a car is to tram which takes 25 min and costs £3.

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

The tram from Princes Street to Saughton takes 14 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Kirk Loan station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Saughton station.

Where can I stay near Corstorphine?

There are 2505+ hotels available in Corstorphine.

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Saughtontram T50
25 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Kirk Loanbus 909 / ...
25 min
£1–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphinetaxi 3.5 mi
9 min
£14–18
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphinewalk 3.6 mi
1h 10m

Edinburgh Castle to Corstorphine by foot and tram

1785Weekly Services

25 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.4 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Princes Street to Saughton every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Princes Street to Kirk Loan every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 15 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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