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

The cheapest way to get from Fortrose to Edinburgh is to bus via George Street which costs £18 - £25 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fortrose to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Fortrose and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fortrose to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Union Tavern and arriving at Queensferry Street via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Fortrose and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Fortrose to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Fortrose to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fortrose and Edinburgh is 176 miles. The road distance is 167.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fortrose to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Fortrose to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fortrose to Edinburgh bus from?

Fortrose to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Fortrose to Edinburgh train from?

Fortrose to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Fortrose to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fortrose to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 59m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h.

Where does the Fortrose to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fortrose to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Fortrose to Edinburgh train arrive?

Fortrose to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fortrose to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fortrose to Edinburgh is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Fortrose to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
4h 59m
£32–62
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
5h 28m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h
£62–152
Drive 166.6 mi
1. Drive from Fortrose to Edinburghcar 166.6 mi
3h 13m
£41–59

Fortrose to Edinburgh by bus

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Fortrose, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 57m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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