How to get from Leith to Edinburgh Castle by bus?

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 26 min. The bus schedule from Leith may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Edinburgh Castle on the Moovit app.

26min
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
    11 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 3.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 26 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Leith 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 Leith to Edinburgh Castle

To check the bus timetable 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 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 Leith to Edinburgh Castle?

    The fastest way takes 26 minutes, using Bus line 25.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh in 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh?

    The 25 bus line goes from Foot Of the Walk, Leith station near Leith to Princes Street (Scott Mon.), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

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

    The total travel time between Leith and Edinburgh Castle by bus is about 26 min.

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

    Get on the 25 bus from the Foot Of the Walk, Leith stop near Leith in Edinburgh.

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

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

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

    The first bus from Leith to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh is Riccarton - Restalrig. It leaves the Foot Of the Walk, Leith stop at 05:12.

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