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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Drumnadrochit?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Drum Green via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Drumnadrochit?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit?

The distance between Edinburgh and Drumnadrochit is 202 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit bus from?

Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit.

Where can I stay near Drumnadrochit?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Drumnadrochit.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
4h 55m
£58–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 10m
£30–63
Drive 170.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Drumnadrochitcar 170.6 mi
3h 20m
£42–60
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
5h 22m
£32–63

Edinburgh to Drumnadrochit by train and bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.4 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Drumnadrochit, 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, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route 4 times a day.

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