What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to bus which costs £20 - £27 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Castle Stuart Road End via Falcon Sq and Culloden Academy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The distance between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart is 194 miles. The road distance is 158.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £70 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus from?

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart train from?

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £27 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart train arrive?

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart.

Where can I stay near Castle Stuart?

There are 1421+ hotels available in Castle Stuart.

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 57m
£73–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 47m
£20–26
Drive 158 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuartcar 158 mi
3h 5m
£39–56
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 56m
£34–61

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Castle Stuart, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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