Getting here
Our Craiglockhart campus is well-served by public transport to and from the centre of the city. In addition, there are numerous cycle paths in the area and bike storage facilities on site.
By bus
Several Lothian Buses services from the city centre stop close to the campus:
- Services 36 stops within the campus itself at bus stop “Napier Craiglockhart Campus”.
- Services 4, 10, 27 and 45 stop on nearby Colinton Road at bus stop “Craiglockhart Campus”
Edinburgh boasts a very efficient network of environmentally friendly buses that will take you all across the city and out to the suburbs. All our campuses are served by Lothian Buses offers for a flat-rate fare throughout the city, making getting to university cheap and easy. What’s more, full-time students are also eligible for a Student Ridacard offering discounted travel.
A Transport for Edinburgh app is available free for smartphones and offers live bus information and electronic ticketing.
By train
Slateford station is just under a mile from the campus, while Edinburgh Waverley and Haymarket stations are situated in the city centre. From Edinburgh Waverley, take a Lothian Buses 4 or 10 from Princes Street or a 45 from North Bridge; from Haymarket, take a Lothian Buses 4 from Dalry Road.
Timetables and further information on rail services can be found through National Rail Enquires.
By bike
Edinburgh is home to an expanding network of cycle paths and covered and secure bike storage as well as shower facilities are available at the campus. The City of Edinburgh Council publishes useful information on planning cycle routes within the city.
By car
The campus is situated in a residential area to the south-west of the city. Please note that on-campus parking is strictly by permit only, with limited on-street parking available in the surrounding area.
Disabled access guide
For a detailed access guide to our Craiglockhart campus, please visit here.