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Edinburgh to Cairngorms buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Edinburgh and Cairngorms takes 4h 30m and the fastest bus takes 3h 54m. The bus service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Cairngorms. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 30m
Duration
140 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Edinburgh to Cairngorms bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between Edinburgh and Cairngorms. The earliest departure is at 2:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 1:22 PM which arrives into Cairngorms at 5:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Aviemore station and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 139.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 30m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Aviemore station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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