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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Gilmerton is to bus which costs £1 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Gilmerton is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Gilmerton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Bridge and arriving at Drum Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Gilmerton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Gilmerton is 4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gilmerton without a car is to bus which takes 22 min and costs £1 - £5.

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

The bus from South Bridge to Drum Street takes 22 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Gilmerton bus from?

Edinburgh to Gilmerton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from South Bridge station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Gilmerton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Gilmerton bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Drum Street station.

Where can I stay near Gilmerton?

There are 2228+ hotels available in Gilmerton.

Edinburgh to Gilmerton - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and foot

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Gilmerton by bus, taxi, or foot

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Edinburgh to Gilmerton by bus

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22 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 4 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Lothian Buses operates a bus from South Bridge to Drum Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 22 min. Borders Buses also services this route hourly.

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