What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway is to bus via Aberdeen Union Street which costs £16 - £22 and takes 4h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Royal Deeside Railway?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Royal Deeside Railway. 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 4h 30m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway?

The distance between Edinburgh and Royal Deeside Railway is 144 miles. The road distance is 111.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway without a car is to train and line 202 bus which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway bus from?

Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway.

Where can I stay near Royal Deeside Railway?

There are 221+ hotels available in Royal Deeside Railway.

Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 202 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Crathes Castlebus 201 / ...
3h 29m
£40–105
Bus via Aberdeen Union Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 54m
£16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 30m
£19–29
Drive 111.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railwaycar 111.1 mi
2h 13m
£28–40

Edinburgh to Royal Deeside Railway by train, bus, and foot

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Royal Deeside Railway, Scotland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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