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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ratho is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ratho is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ratho?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Station Road station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ratho?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ratho is 8 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ratho without a car is to bus which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Station Road takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ratho bus from?

Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ratho bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Station Road.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ratho is 9 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Edinburgh to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

There are 2466+ hotels available in Ratho.

Edinburgh to Ratho - 5 ways to travel via bus, tram, line 70 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ratho by bus, tram, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Station Roadbus 978 / ...
32 min
£5–8
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rathocar 8.9 mi
19 min
£3–4
Tram, line 70 bus
1. Take the tram from Princes Street to Gyle Centretram T50
2. Take the bus from Gyle Roundabout to Craigpark Avenuebus 70
57 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Rathotaxi 8.9 mi
19 min
£30–40
Line 25 bus, line 70 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Hermiston Park & Ridebus 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hermiston Park & Ride to Craigpark Avenuebus 70
1h 1m
£4

Edinburgh to Ratho by bus

1219Weekly Buses

32 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Station Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 32 min. Ember also services this route every 3 hours.

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