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?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Craigpark Avenue via Hermiston Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ratho?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ratho is 10 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 tram and line 70 bus which takes 57 min and costs £5.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Edinburgh to Ratho, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ratho bus from?

Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ratho bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ratho bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Hermiston Park & Ride station.

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 2416+ hotels available in Ratho.

Edinburgh to Ratho - 4 ways to travel via tram, line 70 bus, and line 25 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ratho by tram, bus, 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.

Tram, line 70 bus
best
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
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rathocar 8.9 mi
19 min
£3–4
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 5m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Rathotaxi 8.9 mi
19 min
£30–40

Edinburgh to Ratho by tram and bus

232Weekly Services

57 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Craigpark Avenue via Hermiston Park & Ride in around 1h 5m.

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