What is the cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Crathie and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Overgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Edinburgh is 121 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

How do I travel from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 52m and costs £25 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Crathie station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2979+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
3h 52m
£26–62
Bus via Queensferry Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Queensferry Streetbus M92
4h 15m
£19–33
Drive 104.9 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburghcar 104.9 mi
2h 19m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
4h 12m
£22–38

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh by foot, bus, and train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Crathie, Dundee South Marketgait, and Overgate in around 4h 12m.

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