What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £20 - £30 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Cardrona?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Cardrona. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Cardrona Way via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aviemore and Cardrona?

No, there is no direct train from Aviemore to Cardrona. However, there are services departing from Aviemore and arriving at Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Cardrona?

The distance between Aviemore and Cardrona is 180 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Cardrona without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Cardrona?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Aviemore to Cardrona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Cardrona bus from?

Aviemore to Cardrona bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Cardrona train from?

Aviemore to Cardrona train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Cardrona?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Cardrona is to bus which takes 5h 21m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £150 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Aviemore to Cardrona bus arrive?

Aviemore to Cardrona bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Aviemore to Cardrona train arrive?

Aviemore to Cardrona train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Cardrona?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Cardrona is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Aviemore to Cardrona.

Where can I stay near Cardrona?

There are 2675+ hotels available in Cardrona.

Aviemore to Cardrona - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Cardrona by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Cardrona Waybus X62
4h 54m
£55–126
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to George Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Cardrona Waybus X62
5h 35m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Cardrona Waybus X62
5h 21m
£27–57
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Cardronacar 150.8 mi
2h 56m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashielstrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
5h 3m
£66–148

Aviemore to Cardrona by train, foot, and bus

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.1 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Cardrona, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Station to Cardrona Way via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aviemore to Cardrona Way via Edinburgh Waverley, Galashiels, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 5h 3m.

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