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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Banff is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Banff is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Banff?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Banff. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Union Road via Union Square Bus Station and The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Banff?

The distance between Edinburgh and Banff is 177 miles. The road distance is 164.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Banff without a car is to train and line 35 bus and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Banff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Banff bus from?

Edinburgh to Banff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Banff bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Banff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Banff?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Banff is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Edinburgh to Banff.

Where can I stay near Banff?

There are 162+ hotels available in Banff.

Edinburgh to Banff - 5 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Banff 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, line 35 bus, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to The Squarebus 35 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Square to Union Roadbus 35 / ...
5h 29m
£45–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square to Union Roadbus 35 / ...
6h 31m
£26–40
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Banffcar 163.5 mi
3h 8m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Huntlytrain
3. Take the bus from The Square to Castle Streetbus 301
6h 20m
£56–144
Bus via Aberdeen
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from The Square to Union Roadbus 35 / ...
6h 55m
£26–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Banff.

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Road via Union Square Bus Station and The Square in around 6h 31m.

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