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

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

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 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Burghead?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Burghead. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Kinloss Street via Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

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 6h 30m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m 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 FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Burghead?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead is to train via Aberdeen which takes 6h 30m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burghead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Burghead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Burghead is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Edinburgh to Burghead.

Where can I stay near Burghead?

There are 335+ 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 Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
6h 30m
£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 8m
£27–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
6h 48m
£36–63
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burgheadcar 168.3 mi
3h 19m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Elgintrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 45m
£80–170

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Burghead.

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Distance: 208.6 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kinloss Street via Aberdeen, Elgin, Duff Avenue, and Bus Station in around 6h 30m. 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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