What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Alness (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Alness (Station). However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Library via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Alness (Station) is 208 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £25 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Alness (Station) bus from?

Edinburgh to Alness (Station) bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £25 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £55 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Alness (Station) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Alness (Station) bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Alness (Station)?

Alness (Station) is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 2:26 PM in Edinburgh and 3:26 PM in Alness (Station).

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Alness (Station) is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Alness (Station).

Where can I stay near Alness (Station)?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Alness (Station).

Edinburgh to Alness (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station) 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
4h 46m
£26–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 52m
£6–52
Drive 174.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Alness (Station)car 174.5 mi
3h 12m
£42–61
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
5h 12m
£24–34

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Alness (Station).

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Alness (Station), Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £1–45 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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