It's easy to reach Merchiston Tower by rail. Hop on a train to Edinburgh Waverley, which is served by LNER and Scotrail services from London and Glasgow. From Edinburgh Waverley, it's just a 40-minute walk to Merchiston Tower. If you don't fancy walking, there are plenty of bus services that'll get you there, including the 5 towards Hynter's Trust, 16 towards Colinton and 11 towards Hyvots Bank.
A visit to Merchiston Tower will transport you back in time - it's a great way to spend a day with the family. Wander into the grounds or simply admire the imposing walls from afar.
For more information about opening times, visit Merchiston Tower’s website.
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Departures and arrivals from Edinburgh
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Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Glasgow Queen Street | ScotRail | 18:47 | 9 | On time |
| to Birmingham New Street | Avanti West Coast | 18:51 | 8 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Lumo | 18:54 | 7 | On time |
| to Perth | ScotRail | 18:55 | 20 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 19:00 | 5 | On time |
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| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Inverness | ScotRail | 18:43 | 15 | Late |
| from Tweedbank | ScotRail | 18:44 | 4 | On time |
| from Glasgow Queen Street | ScotRail | 18:46 | 14 | Late |
| from Dundee | ScotRail | 18:46 | 19 | On time |
| from North Berwick | ScotRail | 18:52 | 6 | On time |
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