What is the cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Royal Mile?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New Hunterfield and arriving at South Bridge. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Royal Mile?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

The distance between Midlothian and Royal Mile is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

How do I travel from Midlothian to Royal Mile without a car?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

The train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Royal Mile bus from?

Midlothian to Royal Mile bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from New Hunterfield station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Royal Mile train from?

Midlothian to Royal Mile train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gorebridge station.

Train or bus from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile is to train which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Midlothian to Royal Mile bus arrive?

Midlothian to Royal Mile bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at South Bridge station.

Where does the Midlothian to Royal Mile train arrive?

Midlothian to Royal Mile train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Royal Mile is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Midlothian to Royal Mile.

How do I get a train ticket from Midlothian to Royal Mile?

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Where can I stay near Royal Mile?

There are 2478+ hotels available in Royal Mile.

Midlothian to Royal Mile - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Midlothian to Royal Mile by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh WaverleyTweedbank - Edinburgh
33 min
£8–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Hunterfield to South BridgeN3 / ...
56 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Midlothian to Royal Mile10.7 mi
18 min
£35–45
Drive 10.7 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Royal Mile10.7 mi
18 min
£3–4

Midlothian to Royal Mile by train and foot

207Weekly Services

33 minAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Midlothian, Scotland and Royal Mile, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Gorebridge to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Lothian Buses operates a bus from New Hunterfield to South Bridge every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 53 min. Borders Buses also services this route hourly.

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