What is the cheapest way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 5h 34m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between John O' Groats and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from John O' Groats to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Wick Co-op and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between John O' Groats and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from John O' Groats to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Wick and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

The distance between John O' Groats and Edinburgh is 314 miles. The road distance is 273.5 miles.

How do I travel from John O' Groats to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 55m and costs £65 - £170.

How long does it take to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the John O' Groats to Edinburgh bus from?

John O' Groats to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Wick Co-op station.

Where do I catch the John O' Groats to Edinburgh train from?

John O' Groats to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Wick station.

Train or bus from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 8h 57m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £130 - £300 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the John O' Groats to Edinburgh bus arrive?

John O' Groats to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the John O' Groats to Edinburgh train arrive?

John O' Groats to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from John O' Groats to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between John O' Groats to Edinburgh is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from John O' Groats to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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John O' Groats to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and ferry

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There are 8 ways to get from John O' Groats to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, ferry, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wick Co-op to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
8h 55m
£69–170
Bus via Queensferry Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
9h 15m
£34–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wick Co-op to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
8h 57m
£44–80
Train
1. Take the train from Wick to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
10h 20m
£132–292
Drive 271.9 mi
1. Drive from John O' Groats to Edinburghcar 271.9 mi
5h 34m
£67–96
Ferry to Kirkwall, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the ferry from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane KOI - EDI
7h 3m
£204–444
Ferry to Kirkwall, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane KOI - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 56m
£216–479
Fly Wick John O' Groats Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane WIC - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 32m
£153–411

John O' Groats to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 312.6 mi
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between John O' Groats, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Terminal, Wick Co-op, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Edinburgh Waverley via Bus Terminal, Wick, and Inverness in around 10h 20m.

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