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

The cheapest way to get from Achnacarry to Edinburgh is to bus via Spean Bridge which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Achnacarry to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Achnacarry and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Achnacarry to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Road End and arriving at George Street via Spean Bridge and Fort William. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Achnacarry to Edinburgh?

The distance between Achnacarry and Edinburgh is 161 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Achnacarry to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 3m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Achnacarry to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Achnacarry to Edinburgh bus from?

Achnacarry to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Achnacarry to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Achnacarry to Edinburgh is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 3m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Spean Bridge, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Achnacarry to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Achnacarry to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Achnacarry to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Achnacarry to Edinburgh is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Achnacarry to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Achnacarry to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
6h 3m
£45–127
Bus via Spean Bridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
6h 5m
£18–31
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Achnacarry to Edinburghcar 142.6 mi
2h 43m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 20m
£32–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
6h 42m
£26–35

Achnacarry to Edinburgh by foot, bus, and train

5Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a vehicle from Achnacarry to Edinburgh Waverley via Road End, Spean Crescent, Spean Bridge, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Fort William to George Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 46m.

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