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

The cheapest way to get from Shieldaig to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shieldaig to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Shieldaig and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Shieldaig to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bus Shelter and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Shieldaig and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Shieldaig to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Strathcarron and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Shieldaig to Edinburgh?

The distance between Shieldaig and Edinburgh is 241 miles. The road distance is 222.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shieldaig to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Shieldaig to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shieldaig to Edinburgh bus from?

Shieldaig to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lochcarron Garage, depart from Bus Shelter station.

Where do I catch the Shieldaig to Edinburgh train from?

Shieldaig to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Strathcarron station.

Train or bus from Shieldaig to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Shieldaig to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Shieldaig to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Shieldaig to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lochcarron Garage, arrive at Bus Station Stance 6.

Where does the Shieldaig to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shieldaig to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Shieldaig to Edinburgh is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Shieldaig to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2768+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Shieldaig to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Shelter to Bus Station Stance 6bus 704
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
6h 45m
Drive 221.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shieldaig to Edinburghcar 221.4 mi
4h 15m
£55–79
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Shelter to Bus Station Stance 6bus 704
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Strathcarron to Invernesstrain Kyle of Lochalsh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
8h 1m
£64–159

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Distance: 239.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Shelter to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Road End to Edinburgh Waverley via Station, Strathcarron, and Inverness in around 8h 1m.

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