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

The cheapest way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Appin and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Appin to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Kirkton and arriving at George Street via Dunbeg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Appin to Edinburgh?

The distance between Appin and Edinburgh is 138 miles. The road distance is 129.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Appin to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Appin to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appin to Edinburgh bus from?

Appin to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dunbeg station.

Train or bus from Appin to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs £18 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Appin to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Appin to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Appin to Edinburgh is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Appin to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2772+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Appin to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dunbeg to George Streetbus Ember
4h 29m
£18–27
Train
1. Take the train from Oban to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
5h 43m
£66–123
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Appin to Edinburghcar 129 mi
2h 46m
£32–46
Bus via Police Station
1. Take the bus from Road End to Princes Streetbus 978
5h 26m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kirkton to Bus Stationbus 918
2. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
7h 7m
£47–84

Appin to Edinburgh by bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

Ember operates a bus from Dunbeg to George Street 4 times a day. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkton to Edinburgh Waverley via Bus Station, Oban, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 43m.

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