How to get from Leith to Edinburgh Castle by light rail?

From Leith to Edinburgh Castle by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the T50 light rail from Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station to Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is £2.00. The light rail schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Edinburgh Castle on the Moovit app.

28min£2.00
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - T50T50
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith
    ID 9400ZZTWWJR2
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Light rail - T50T50
    Wait for light rail
    T50
    Edinburgh Airport
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh
    ID 9400ZZEDPRS2
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    880 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Leith to Edinburgh Castle by bus

Take one direct bus from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the 25 bus from Foot Of the Walk, Leith station to Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The light rail schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Edinburgh Castle on the Moovit app.

32min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2525
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Foot Of the Walk, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foot Of the Walk, Leith
    ID 6200242280
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    Riccarton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh
    ID 6200243425
    16 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 Leith to Edinburgh Castle

The distance between Leith and Edinburgh Castle is approximately 4.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leith to Edinburgh Castle by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Leith to Edinburgh Castle

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

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From Leith to Edinburgh Castle by bus

Take one direct bus from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the 25 bus from Foot Of the Walk, Leith station to Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The light rail schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Edinburgh Castle on the Moovit app.

32min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2525
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Foot Of the Walk, Leith

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Foot Of the Walk, Leith
    ID 6200242280
    300 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2525
    Wait for bus
    25
    Riccarton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh
    ID 6200243425
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    890 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Light Rail line T50.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

    The alternative route takes 32 minutes, using Bus line 25.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Leith and Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh in 28 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The T50 light rail line goes from Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station near Leith to Edinburgh Airport station near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

  • How long does it take to travel from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh by light rail?

    The total travel time between Leith and Edinburgh Castle by light rail is about 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Leith to get to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Get on the T50 light rail from the Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station near Leith in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Leith and Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    Get off the light rail at the Edinburgh Airport station, which is closest to Edinburgh Castle.

  • When is the last bus from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The last bus from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh is the Morningside - Silverknowes line. It leaves the St Anthony Street, Leith stop at 03:19.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

    The ride from Leith to Edinburgh Castle costs £2.00.

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