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

The cheapest way to get from Urquhart to Edinburgh is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £25 - £35 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urquhart to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Urquhart and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Urquhart to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bells Brae and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Urquhart and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Urquhart to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Urquhart to Edinburgh?

The distance between Urquhart and Edinburgh is 205 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Urquhart to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 53m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Urquhart to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urquhart to Edinburgh bus from?

Urquhart to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Urquhart to Edinburgh train from?

Urquhart to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Urquhart to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Urquhart to Edinburgh is to train via Aberdeen which takes 4h 53m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Urquhart to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Urquhart to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Urquhart to Edinburgh train arrive?

Urquhart to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Urquhart to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Urquhart to Edinburgh is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Urquhart to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2805+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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Train via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain Inverness - Aberdeen / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
4h 53m
£86–165
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to George Streetbus Ember
9h 14m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
6h 23m
£28–64
Drive 161.1 mi
1. Drive from Urquhart to Edinburghcar 161.1 mi
3h 20m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 35m
£77–132

Urquhart to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Urquhart to Edinburgh Waverley via Elgin and Aberdeen in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £18–27 and the journey takes 4h. Two other operators also service this route.

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