What is the cheapest way to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Glen Shiel and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Junction and arriving at George Street via Fort William. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh?

The distance between Glen Shiel and Edinburgh is 251 miles. The road distance is 186.1 miles.

How do I travel from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train via Inverness which takes 6h 30m and costs £45 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glen Shiel to Edinburgh bus from?

Glen Shiel to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Junction station.

Where does the Glen Shiel to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Glen Shiel to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Glen Shiel to Edinburgh is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Glen Shiel to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Glen Shiel to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Shiel Bridge to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 30m
£49–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Junction to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
6h 40m
£25–41
Drive 185 mi
1. Drive from Glen Shiel to Edinburghcar 185 mi
3h 33m
£46–66
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Junction to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
6h 43m
£36–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Junction to Spean Crescentbus 915
2. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
7h 25m
£39–67

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Distance: 249.7 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Glen Shiel, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Glen Shiel to George Street via Junction, Bus Station, and Fort William in around 6h 40m.

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