How to get from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by bus?

The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle - Bus Timetable

The X19 bus from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle runs from 05:58 to 22:44, with departures every 55 min-1 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 18 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by bus

Take one direct bus from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the X19 bus from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 18 min. The bus schedule from The Hostel, Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Edinburgh Castle on the Moovit app.

18min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X19X19
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Haymarket Station, Haymarket

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Haymarket Station, Haymarket
    ID 6200202930
    40 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - X19X19
    Wait for bus
    X19
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206225
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    890 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle

The distance between The Hostel, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle is approximately 2.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 18 min. Moovit will show you the directions from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle

To check the bus timetable from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (The Hostel, Edinburgh) and destination (Edinburgh Castle), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle?

    The fastest way takes 18 minutes, using Bus line X19.

  • Is there a direct bus between The Hostel, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh in 18 min.

  • Which bus line goes from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The X19 bus line goes from Haymarket Station, Haymarket station near The Hostel, Edinburgh to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh by bus?

    The total travel time between The Hostel, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle by bus is about 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near The Hostel, Edinburgh to get to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Get on the X19 bus from the Haymarket Station, Haymarket stop near The Hostel, Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between The Hostel, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Get off the bus at the Princes Street (West), Edinburgh stop, which is closest to Edinburgh Castle.

  • When is the first bus from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The first bus from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh is Edinburgh - Edinburgh Airport. It leaves the Haymarket Station, Haymarket stop at 05:00.

  • When is the last train from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The last train from The Hostel, Edinburgh to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh is the ScotRail line. It leaves the Haymarket station at 00:41.

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