What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle is to bus via Queensferry Street which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Black Isle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Black Isle. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Tore Layby via Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Black Isle is 193 miles. The road distance is 166.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Black Isle without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £24 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Black Isle bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £24 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £55 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Black Isle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Black Isle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Black Isle is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Black Isle.

Where can I stay near Black Isle?

There are 1262+ hotels available in Black Isle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Black Isle 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 12m
£24–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 19m
£3–54
Drive 165.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Muir of Ordcar 165.4 mi
3h 3m
£40–58
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
4h 22m
£25–39

Edinburgh to Black Isle by train and bus

46Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Black Isle, 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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