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

The cheapest way to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Balmacara and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmacara to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Camp Site Road End and arriving at George Street via Fort William. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Balmacara to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balmacara and Edinburgh is 263 miles. The road distance is 199.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train via Inverness which takes 6h 35m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmacara to Edinburgh bus from?

Balmacara to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Camp Site Road End station.

Train or bus from Balmacara to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £230 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Balmacara to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Balmacara to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Balmacara to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmacara to Edinburgh is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Balmacara to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Balmacara to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Balmacara 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, train via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Camp Site Road End to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 35m
£48–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Camp Site Road End to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
6h 38m
£27–38
Drive 197.9 mi
1. Drive from Balmacara to Edinburghcar 197.9 mi
3h 45m
£50–72
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Camp Site Road End to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
6h 42m
£28–44
Train
1. Take the train from Duncraig to Invernesstrain Kyle of Lochalsh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 58m
£80–228
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Camp Site Road End to Spean Crescentbus 915
2. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
7h 24m
£42–66

Balmacara to Edinburgh by bus and train

21Weekly Services

6h 35mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balmacara to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 261.7 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Camp Site Road End to George Street via Bus Station and Fort William in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Balmacara to Edinburgh Waverley via Duncraig and Inverness in around 6h 58m.

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