What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £24 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dalkeith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surgeons' Hall and arriving at Buccleuch Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dalkeith?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dalkeith is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Dalkeith without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith without a car is to bus which takes 36 min and costs £1 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith?

The bus from Surgeons' Hall to Buccleuch Street takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dalkeith bus from?

Edinburgh to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dalkeith bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Buccleuch Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dalkeith is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Edinburgh to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 1529+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Edinburgh to Dalkeith - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dalkeith by bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Edinburgh to Dalkeith by bus

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36 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Dalkeith, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Surgeons' Hall to Buccleuch Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 36 min. Borders Buses also services this route every 4 hours.

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