What is the cheapest way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairngorms National Park and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Station station and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cairngorms National Park and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aviemore and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cairngorms National Park and Edinburgh is 152 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £45 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

The train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh bus from?

Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station.

Where do I catch the Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh train from?

Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aviemore station.

Train or bus from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £25 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh train arrive?

Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh?

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2h 42m
£45–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station to Queensferry Streetbus M90
3h 10m
£13–25
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Loch An Eilein Visitor Centre to Edinburghcar 126.9 mi
2h 26m
£31–45

Cairngorms National Park to Edinburgh by foot and train

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Cairngorms National Park, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aviemore to Edinburgh Waverley 5 times a day. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Station to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Three other operators also service this route.

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