What is the cheapest way to get from Alford to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Alford to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alford to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Alford to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Alford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Alford to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Kingsford Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Alford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Alford and Edinburgh is 159 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

How do I travel from Alford to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Alford to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 27m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Alford to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Alford to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alford to Edinburgh bus from?

Alford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Kingsford Road station.

Where does the Alford to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Alford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Alford to Edinburgh is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Alford to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Alford to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 421 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Alford to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kingsford Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 27m
£42–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsford Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 57m
£16–25
Drive 124.9 mi
1. Drive from Alford to Edinburghcar 124.9 mi
2h 28m
£31–45
Line 421 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stewart Road to Market Placebus 421
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 43m
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Kingsford Road to Union Square Bus Stationbus 218 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
5h 57m
£16–22

Alford to Edinburgh by bus and train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Alford, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Kingsford Road to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station in around 4h 57m.

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