What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 320 miles. The road distance is 265.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 266 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Where can I stay near Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

There are 97+ hotels available in Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal

Q: How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, including transfers.

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
7h 59m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry TerminalX99
8h 49m
£36–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
8h 5m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
8h 21m
£49–139
Drive 264.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal264.4 mi
5h 14m
£65–94
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)EDI - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
7h 37m
£172–420

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

18Weekly Planes

1h 50mAverage Duration

£146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via George Street, Union Street, and Ferry Terminal in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness and Thurso in around 8h 21m.

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