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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle is to bus via Aberdeen Union Street which costs £16 - £22 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Crathes Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Crathes Castle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Crathes Castle via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Crathes Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Crathes Castle is 146 miles. The road distance is 110.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Crathes Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Crathes Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Crathes Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Crathes Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh to Crathes Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Crathes Castle is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Edinburgh to Crathes Castle.

Where can I stay near Crathes Castle?

There are 220+ hotels available in Crathes Castle.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 8m
£39–106
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
5h 33m
£16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 9m
£18–28
Drive 110.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Crathes Castlecar 110.1 mi
2h 10m
£27–39

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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