What is the cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dornoch and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dornoch to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Cathedral Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dornoch and Edinburgh is 203 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dornoch to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs £24 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dornoch to Edinburgh bus from?

Dornoch to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Cathedral Square station.

Train or bus from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £190 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Dornoch to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dornoch to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Dornoch to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dornoch to Edinburgh is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Dornoch to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2619+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dornoch to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
5h 14m
£24–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathedral Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 23m
£45–163
Drive 195.1 mi
1. Drive from Dornoch to Edinburghcar 195.1 mi
3h 37m
£48–69
Bus via Dornoch Academy
1. Take the bus from Dornoch Academy to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
6h 18m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Tain to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 55m
£56–189

Dornoch to Edinburgh by bus

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6h 18mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Dornoch, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral Square to Edinburgh Waverley via Post Office, Tain, and Inverness in around 6h 55m.

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