What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory is to line 9 bus which costs £2 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs £11 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Royal Observatory?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Potterrow and arriving at Royal Observatory. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Edinburgh and Royal Observatory is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory without a car is to line 9 bus which takes 16 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Royal Observatory?

The line 9 bus from Potterrow to Royal Observatory takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Royal Observatory bus from?

Edinburgh to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Potterrow station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Royal Observatory station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Royal Observatory?

Royal Observatory is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 9:11 PM in Edinburgh and 10:11 PM in Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

There are 2473+ hotels available in Royal Observatory.

Edinburgh to Royal Observatory - 3 ways to travel via line 9 bus, taxi

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

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Edinburgh to Royal Observatory by bus

658Weekly Buses

16 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2.2 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Royal Observatory, Scotland?

Lothian Buses operates a bus from Potterrow to Royal Observatory every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 16 min.

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