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

From Edinburgh Castle to Leith by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Edinburgh Castle to Leith in Edinburgh: take the T50 light rail from Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station to Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is £2.00. The light rail schedule from Edinburgh Castle may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

31min£2.00
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - T50T50
Walk to Leith
Leaves from Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh
    ID 9400ZZEDPRS1
    920 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Light rail - T50T50
    Wait for light rail
    T50
    Newhaven
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Foot Of the Walk (Edinburgh Trams), Leith
    ID 9400ZZTWWJR1
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    260 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Edinburgh Castle to Leith by bus

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Leith in Edinburgh: take the 16 bus from Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh station to St Anthony Street, Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The light rail schedule from Edinburgh Castle may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

32min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Walk to Leith
Leaves from Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206530
    1.08 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Silverknowes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Anthony Street, Leith
    ID 6200207190
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh Castle to Leith

The distance between Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh and Leith, Edinburgh is approximately 4.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 31 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh Castle to Leith 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 Edinburgh Castle to Leith

To check the light rail schedule from Edinburgh Castle to Leith using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh Castle) and destination (Leith), 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 Edinburgh Castle to Leith by bus

Take one direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Leith in Edinburgh: take the 16 bus from Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh station to St Anthony Street, Leith station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 32 min. The light rail schedule from Edinburgh Castle may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Leith on the Moovit app.

32min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1616
Walk to Leith
Leaves from Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Princes Street (Waverley Steps), Edinburgh
    ID 6200206530
    1.08 km • 14 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1616
    Wait for bus
    16
    Silverknowes
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St Anthony Street, Leith
    ID 6200207190
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to Leith
    Walk to
    Leith
    Giles Street
    180 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 31 minutes, using Light Rail line T50.

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

    The alternative route takes 32 minutes, using Bus line 16.

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

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from Edinburgh Castle to Leith in Edinburgh in 31 min.

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

    The T50 light rail line goes from Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh Castle to Newhaven station near Leith in Edinburgh.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh Castle and Leith in Edinburgh by light rail is about 31 min.

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

    Get on the T50 light rail from the Princes Street (Edinburgh Trams), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.

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

    Get off the light rail at the Newhaven station, which is closest to Leith in Edinburgh.

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

    The last bus from Edinburgh Castle to Leith in Edinburgh is the Edmonstone - West Pilton line. It leaves the South Bridge, Old Town stop at 07:40.

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

    The ride from Edinburgh Castle to Leith costs £2.00.

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