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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Torphin is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Torphin is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £20 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Torphin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Home Street and arriving at Torphin Terminus. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Torphin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Wester Hailes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Torphin?

The distance between Edinburgh and Torphin is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torphin without a car is to line 16 bus which takes 34 min and costs £3.

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

The line 16 bus from Home Street to Torphin Terminus takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Torphin bus from?

Edinburgh to Torphin bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Home Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Torphin train from?

Edinburgh to Torphin train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Torphin?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torphin is to line 16 bus which takes 34 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Edinburgh to Torphin bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Torphin bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Torphin Terminus station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Torphin train arrive?

Edinburgh to Torphin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Wester Hailes station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Torphin?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Torphin is 6 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Edinburgh to Torphin.

Where can I stay near Torphin?

There are 2868+ hotels available in Torphin.

Edinburgh to Torphin - 4 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Torphin by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 16 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Home Street to Torphin Terminusbus 16 / ...
34 min
£3
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wester Hailestrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central / ...
49 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Torphintaxi 5.7 mi
16 min
£20–25
Drive 5.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Torphincar 5.7 mi
16 min
£2

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Distance: 5.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Lothian operates a bus from Home Street to Torphin Terminus every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wester Hailes hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 12 min.

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