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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Burghead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Burghead. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Brander Street via Union Street and Cumming Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Burghead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Burghead is 210 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead without a car is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 50m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Edinburgh to Burghead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Burghead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Burghead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead is to train via Aberdeen which takes 5h 50m and costs £25 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burghead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Burghead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Burghead is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Edinburgh to Burghead.

Where can I stay near Burghead?

There are 282+ hotels available in Burghead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Burghead 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 AberdeenEdinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to ElginAberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 50m
£26–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
5h 58m
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burghead168.3 mi
3h 15m
£42–60
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Cumming StreetE7
6h 10m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to ForresGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
7h 10m
£56–172

Edinburgh to Burghead by train and bus

71Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Brander Street via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Brander Street via Union Street and Cumming Street in around 5h 58m.

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