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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Portree is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Portree. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Somerled Square via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Portree?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Portree is 277 miles. The road distance is 236.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Portree, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Portree bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Portree bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Portree is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 413+ hotels available in Portree.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Portree 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 George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
7h 56m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 11m
£42–104
Drive 234.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Portree234.7 mi
4h 32m
£59–85
Train, bus via Fort William
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
9h 18m
£80–102
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Square917 / ...
9h 38m
£51–126

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 275 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Somerled Square via George Street, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 56m.

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