What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to George Square?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to George Square is to line 27 bus which costs £2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to George Square?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to George Square is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs £7 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and George Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Mound and arriving at Lauriston Place. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to George Square?

The distance between Edinburgh and George Square is 4829 feet.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to George Square without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to George Square without a car is to line 27 bus which takes 10 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to George Square?

The line 27 bus from The Mound to Lauriston Place takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to George Square bus from?

Edinburgh to George Square bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from The Mound station.

Where does the Edinburgh to George Square bus arrive?

Edinburgh to George Square bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Lauriston Place station.

Where can I stay near George Square?

There are 1630+ hotels available in George Square.

Edinburgh to George Square - 4 ways to travel via line 27 bus, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to George Square by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 27 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Mound to Lauriston Placebus 23 / ...
10 min
£2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Surgeons' Hallbus 51 / ...
20 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to George Squaretaxi 4,920 ft
3 min
£7–9
Walk
1. Take the foot from Edinburgh to George Squarewalk 4,330 ft
16 min

Edinburgh to George Square by bus and foot

839Weekly Services

10 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4,830 ft
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and George Square, Edinburgh, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from The Mound to Lauriston Place every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 5 min.

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