What is the cheapest way to get from Burntisland to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Burntisland to Portree is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burntisland to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Burntisland to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Burntisland and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Burntisland to Portree. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Somerled Square via St John's & St Columba's Church, Park and Ride and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Burntisland to Portree?

The distance between Burntisland and Portree is 270 miles. The road distance is 224.3 miles.

How do I travel from Burntisland to Portree without a car?

The best way to get from Burntisland to Portree without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 24m and costs £30 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Burntisland to Portree?

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Burntisland to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burntisland to Portree bus from?

Burntisland to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Park and Ride station.

Where does the Burntisland to Portree bus arrive?

Burntisland to Portree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Burntisland to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Burntisland to Portree is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Burntisland to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 384+ hotels available in Portree.

Burntisland to Portree - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Burntisland to Portree by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Burntisland to Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 24m
£31–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 47m
£29–51
Drive 223 mi
1. Drive from Burntisland to Portree223 mi
4h 16m
£56–81
Bus via Fort William
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to An Aird OneE4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
9h 28m
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Burntisland to Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
3. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
4. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Square917 / ...
9h 51m
£40–114

Burntisland to Portree by train and bus

36Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 8h 24m

What companies run services between Burntisland, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Library to Somerled Square via Queensferry Road, St John's & St Columba's Church, Park and Ride, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 47m.

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