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 £30 - £50 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 to Buckie. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Shanks Lane via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

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 7h 25m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m 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 Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Buckie?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buckie is to train via Aberdeen which takes 7h 25m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buckie bus arrive?

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

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 414+ 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 / ...
7h 25m
£69–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 33m
£32–45
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buckiecar 163.8 mi
3h 22m
£40–58
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 47m
£81–166
Bus via Aberdeen
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 / ...
8h 24m
£32–50

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Buckie.

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Distance: 216.3 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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 7h 25m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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