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 £20 - £30 and takes 5h 25m.

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 - £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 North Ballachulish. 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 14m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m 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 North Ballachulish station.

Train or bus from Appin to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Appin to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Kinlochleven Road End, which costs £4 - £65 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 2469+ 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

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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 14m
£69–108
Bus via Kinlochleven Road End
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Ballachulish to George Streetbus Ember
4h 55m
£4–64
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Appin to Edinburghcar 129 mi
2h 45m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Road End to Princes Streetbus 978
5h 25m
£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 6m
£65–86

Appin to Edinburgh by bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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 14m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from North Ballachulish to George Street 4 times a day. Tickets cost £1–60 and the journey takes 3h 22m.

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