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 which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 40m.

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 21m 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 Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Edinburgh is 122 miles. The road distance is 104.9 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 which takes 3h 40m and costs £14 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m 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 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh by bus, car, or train

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 Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Nethergate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
3h 40m
£15–22
Drive 104.3 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburghcar 104.3 mi
2h 21m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
3h 52m
£25–62

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh by foot and bus

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.9 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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 Nethergate in around 3h 40m.

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