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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ardersier?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ardersier station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Station Drive via Falcon Sq. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ardersier?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ardersier is 202 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £26 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ardersier bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Ardersier?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £55 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ardersier bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ardersier bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ardersier?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ardersier is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Ardersier.

Where can I stay near Ardersier?

There are 1108+ hotels available in Ardersier.

Edinburgh to Ardersier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ardersier 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 52m
£26–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 58m
£5–53
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ardersiercar 160.2 mi
3h 3m
£40–57
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 2m
£27–38

Edinburgh to Ardersier by train and bus

46Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £1–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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