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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Rosyth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Queens Buildings. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Rosyth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Rosyth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Rosyth is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £16.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosyth takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Queens Buildings station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth.

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

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rosyth?

There are 2584+ hotels available in Rosyth.

Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosythtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
39 min
£6–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Queens Buildingsbus X55
45 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Rosythtaxi 14.1 mi
24 min
£45–55
Drive 14.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Rosythcar 14.1 mi
24 min
£4–5

Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth by foot and train

136Weekly Services

39 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Castle to Rosyth.

Launch map view

Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rosyth hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Queens Buildings every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 35 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.