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

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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 20m 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 Balmoral Rd End and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via St Peter Street and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Edinburgh is 150 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 via Aberdeen which takes 5h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m 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 Balmoral Rd End station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Erroll Street 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 20m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2451+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh by car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Pitlochrycar
2. Take the train from Pitlochry to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2h 58m
£28–98
Drive 104.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Edinburghcar 104.3 mi
2h 20m
£26–37
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from Balmoral Rd End to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
5h 36m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Balmoral Rd End to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
5h 12m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Balmoral Rd End to Erroll Streetbus E11
2. Take the bus from St Peter Street to George Streetbus E1
6h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balmoral Castle to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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 Balmoral Rd End, St Peter Street, Guild Street, and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 36m.

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