What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness is to bus which costs £16 - £30 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and River Ness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and River Ness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to River Ness?

The distance between Edinburgh and River Ness is 186 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to River Ness without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to River Ness?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to River Ness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to River Ness train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to River Ness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to River Ness is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh to River Ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to River Ness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to River Ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to River Ness is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Edinburgh to River Ness.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to River Ness?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to River Ness?

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Where can I stay near River Ness?

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to River Ness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 43m
£50–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
3h 58m
£16–30
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to River Nesscar 156.3 mi
3h
£39–55

Edinburgh to River Ness by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and River Ness, Highland, 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 hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Three other operators also service this route.

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