What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh bus Station and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh bus Station 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 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree?

The distance between Edinburgh bus Station and Portree is 276 miles. The road distance is 236.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 7h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Edinburgh bus Station to Portree bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh bus Station to Portree is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 414+ hotels available in Portree.

Edinburgh bus Station to Portree - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh bus Station 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 via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
7h 46m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Crianlarich A82megabus 978
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Somerled Square915
8h 38m
£34–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
8h 6m
£42–104
Drive 234.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh bus Station to Portree234.9 mi
4h 33m
£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 13m
£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 33m
£51–126

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 274.6 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Edinburgh bus Station, Scotland and Portree, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh bus Station to Somerled Square via George Street, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 46m.

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