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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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to London Kings CrossLondon North Eastern Railway17:302On time
to Glasgow Queen StreetScotRail17:3014On time
to NewcastleTransPennine Express17:331On time
to DunblaneScotRail17:3412On time
to InvernessLondon North Eastern Railway17:562Late
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from Helensburgh CentralScotRail17:2915On time
from StirlingScotRail17:3910On time
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from London Kings CrossLumo18:368WLate
from London Kings CrossLondon North Eastern Railway18:506Late

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