How to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle by bus?

By bus

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the AIRX bus from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min.

36min
Walk to bus station
Bus - AIRXAIRX
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine
    ID 6200202805
    720 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - AIRXAIRX
    Wait for bus
    AIRX
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206225
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    0.61 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 100

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the 100 bus from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min.

38min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 100100
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine
    ID 6200202805
    720 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206225
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    0.61 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh is approximately 3.76 mi, which can typically be travelled in 36 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Edinburgh – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo is located at 122 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH12 6UD, UK, Edinburgh and the nearest public transport station is Saughton (Edinburgh Trams), Saughton.

Bus stations close to Edinburgh Zoo:

  • Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine
  • Silvan House, Corstorphine
  • Belgrave Road, Corstorphine

Public transport stations close to Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle is located at Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh and the nearest public transport station is West Port, Old Town.

Train stations close to Edinburgh Castle:

  • Edinburgh

Bus stations close to Edinburgh Castle:

  • West Port, Old Town
  • Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
  • Grassmarket, Old Town

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 100

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh: take the 100 bus from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine station to Princes Street (West), Edinburgh station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min.

38min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 100100
Walk to Edinburgh Castle
Leaves from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine
    ID 6200202805
    720 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Princes Street (West), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206225
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Edinburgh Castle
    Walk to
    Edinburgh Castle
    Johnston Terrace
    0.61 mi • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 36 minutes, using Bus line AIRX.

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

    The alternative route takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 100.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh in 36 min.

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

    The AIRX bus line goes from Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine station near Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh station near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh Zoo and Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh by bus is about 36 min.

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

    Get on the AIRX bus from the Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine stop near Edinburgh Zoo in Edinburgh.

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

    Get off the bus at the Edinburgh Castle stop, which is closest to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

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

    The first bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh is Edinburgh - Edinburgh Airport. It leaves the Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine stop at 06:10.

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