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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Burghead is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 27m.

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 16m 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 Brander Street via Bus Station Stance 5, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

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 7h 20m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 7h 20m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Burghead bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Burghead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 16m to drive from Edinburgh to Burghead.

Where can I stay near Burghead?

There are 126+ 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 / ...
7h 20m
£60–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
7h 27m
£29–46
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burgheadcar 168.3 mi
3h 16m
£42–61
Bus via George Street
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
7h 31m
£30–44
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 35m
£76–162

Edinburgh to Burghead by train and bus

71Weekly Services

7h 20mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.1 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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 7h 20m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h. Two other operators also service this route.

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