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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckie is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £27 - £40 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buckie is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Buckie?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Buckie. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Shanks Lane via Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Buckie?

The distance between Edinburgh and Buckie is 218 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buckie without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 35m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Edinburgh to Buckie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buckie bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Buckie?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buckie is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 35m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buckie bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Buckie bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Buckie?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Buckie is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Edinburgh to Buckie.

Where can I stay near Buckie?

There are 415+ hotels available in Buckie.

Edinburgh to Buckie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Buckie 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 via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
6h 35m
£70–165
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Elgin stationbus Ember
8h 24m
£27–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
6h 54m
£36–63
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buckiecar 163.8 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 1m
£80–170

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Buckie.

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cluny Place via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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