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

The cheapest way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £22 - £35 and takes 5h 8m.

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 45m and costs £30 - £45.

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 Kinlochleven Road End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Appin to Edinburgh?

The distance between Appin and Edinburgh is 149 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 train which takes 4h 6m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m 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 Kinlochleven Road End station.

Train or bus from Appin to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 55m.

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 45m to drive from Appin to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2463+ 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 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
best
1. Take the train from Connel Ferry to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Oban - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 6m
£69–165
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Road End to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 976
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus 900
5h 8m
£23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kinlochleven Road End to George Streetbus E4
4h 55m
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Appin to Edinburghcar 129 mi
2h 45m
£32–46
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 6m
£65–86

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Appin to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 148.3 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Appin to Edinburgh Waverley via Connel Ferry and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Kinlochleven Road End to George Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 22m.

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