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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian is to line 29 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Midlothian?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Arniston Engine. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Midlothian?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Gorebridge. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Midlothian is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian is to train which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 29 bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Arniston Engine station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Gorebridge station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian is 11 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian.

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

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Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2284+ hotels available in Midlothian.

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 29 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GorebridgeEdinburgh - Tweedbank
40 min
£7–8
Line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Arniston EngineN3 / ...
1h 4m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian11.3 mi
20 min
£35–45
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian11.3 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 29 bus via Frederick Street
1. Take the bus from Frederick Street to Greenhall Crescent29
1h 9m
£2

Edinburgh Castle to Midlothian by foot and train

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Arniston Engine every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 53 min.

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