Getting there: Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

How to get to Edinburgh Playhouse for Hannah Fry: nearest stations, buses, driving directions and walking times. 7–8 Oct 2027.

How to get to Edinburgh Playhouse

The Playhouse is at the top of Leith Walk on Greenside Place. It is a walk from Waverley station and easy to reach by bus or tram from the centre.

Edinburgh Playhouse, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh

By train

StationWalkNotes
Edinburgh Waverley ~10 min Main station; walk up Leith Walk to Greenside Place
Picardy Place (tram stop) ~3 min Tram stop near the venue

Check Trainline or National Rail for times, fares and engineering works.

By car

If you are driving, see the parking guide for car parks and Blue Badge options. For sat nav, use the postcode in the venue address above.

By bus and taxi

Local buses serve the area around Edinburgh Playhouse. Taxis can usually drop off outside or near the venue. Check the venue's website for specific bus routes and taxi drop-off points.

Before you go checklist

  • Check live transport information on the day: engineering works, strikes and delays are common at weekends.
  • Plan your return journey as well as the outward one, especially if the show finishes late.
  • Allow extra time if you are unfamiliar with the venue or the city.
  • Use the show night planner to work out when to leave.

Where to stay

The New Town or the top of Leith Walk is the most convenient area; book early as October is busy.

Edinburgh Playhouse questions

What is the nearest station to Edinburgh Playhouse?

Edinburgh Waverley, about 10 minutes' walk. Main station; walk up Leith Walk to Greenside Place

How far is Edinburgh Playhouse from the city centre?

The Playhouse is at the top of Leith Walk on Greenside Place, between the New Town and Leith.

Can I get a taxi to Edinburgh Playhouse?

Yes. Taxis can drop off near the venue. Check the venue page for the nearest drop-off point.

What time should I arrive at Edinburgh Playhouse?

Doors times have not been published. Check your ticket or the seller's page. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes before the show is a safe margin.

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Last checked 2026-10-12. Details can change; confirm with the venue before you travel. Official venue website.