What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes is to bus which costs £1 - £2 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Silverknowes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Vivian Terrace. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Silverknowes is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes without a car is to line 47 bus which takes 32 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes?

The line 47 bus from Queensferry Street to Vivian Terrace takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Vivian Terrace station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes?

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Where can I stay near Silverknowes?

There are 2895+ hotels available in Silverknowes.

Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes - 4 ways to travel via line 47 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 47 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Vivian Terracebus 47B / ...
32 min
£3
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frederick Street to Silverknowes Courtbus 29
35 min
£1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowestaxi 4.2 mi
11 min
£30–40
Walk
1. Take the walk from Edinburgh Castle to Silverknoweswalk 4.3 mi
1h 23m

Edinburgh Castle to Silverknowes by foot and bus

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Silverknowes, Scotland?

Lothian operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Vivian Terrace every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 13 min.

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