What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe is to line 22 bus which costs £2 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £15 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carrick Knowe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Exchange and arriving at Saughton Road North. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Carrick Knowe?

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 to Carrick Knowe?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carrick Knowe is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe without a car is to tram which takes 22 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe bus from?

Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from The Exchange station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe train from?

Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Saughton Road North station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe train arrive?

Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Saughton station.

Where can I stay near Carrick Knowe?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Carrick Knowe.

Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe - 6 ways to travel via tram, line 22 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Edinburgh to Carrick Knowe by tram and foot

1785Weekly Services

22 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3.3 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Carrick Knowe, Scotland?

Edinburgh Trams operates a vehicle from Princes Street to Saughton every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from The Exchange to Saughton Road North every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 16 min.

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