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

The cheapest way to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Castle Stuart and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Castle Stuart Road End and arriving at George Street via Culloden Academy and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh?

The distance between Castle Stuart and Edinburgh is 194 miles. The road distance is 159 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Castle Stuart to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Castle Stuart to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Castle Stuart to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Can I drive from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Stuart to Edinburgh is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2480+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh 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
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
3h 36m
£42–102
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
5h 12m
£27–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
5h 11m
Drive 158.1 mi
1. Drive from Castle Stuart to Edinburgh158.1 mi
3h
£40–58

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Castle Stuart, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Union Street to George Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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