Reaching The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

There are several ways to reach The Royal Mile, which is one of the most famed streets in Edinburgh:

By Air

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is the closest airport to The Royal Mile. From the airport, you can:

• Take a taxi directly to the city center.
• Use the Airlink 100 bus service that offers regular rides to Waverley Bridge.
• Use the tram service which also takes you to the city center near Princes Street.

By Train

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station is the main train station that serves the city and is situated just off the east end of Princes Street. It is within walking distance to The Royal Mile.

By Bus

Edinburgh has a strong network of local buses operated by Lothian Buses. Multiple bus routes service stops close to The Royal Mile. Check current schedules for the most up to date routes.

By Car

If you are driving to The Royal Mile, be aware that parking in the city center can be challenging and is often expensive. You may want to consider using Park & Ride facilities and taking public transport into the city.

On Foot

If you are staying in the city center, The Royal Mile is within easy walking distance from many central locations. The street itself runs downhill from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace.

Local Tips

• Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as the city's streets can be quite steep and are often cobbled.
• Public transportation in Edinburgh is reliable and recommended for city center travel.
• Consider using a city hop-on-hop-off tour bus to get an overview of the area which includes stops at The Royal Mile among other attractions.