How far is it from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh?

The distance between The Cairngorms and Edinburgh is 149 miles.

How do I travel from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh without a car is to travel and train which takes 2h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2803+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

The Cairngorms to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

How to get fromThe Cairngorms to Edinburgh

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There are 3 ways to get from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh by unknown, train, or bus

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1. Walk from The Cairngorms to Kingussieunknown
2. Take the train from Kingussie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2h 45m
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1. Walk from The Cairngorms to Kingussieunknown
2. Take the bus from Kingussie to George Streetbus Ember
3h 23m
Travel, bus via Station
1. Walk from The Cairngorms to Stationunknown
2. Take the bus from Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
3h 33m

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between The Cairngorms, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from The Cairngorms to Edinburgh. However, you can travel to Kingussie then take the train to Edinburgh Waverley. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from The Cairngorms to George Street via Kingussie in around 3h 23m.

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