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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carbost is to bus via Edinburgh Bus Station which costs £30 - £45 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carbost is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carbost?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Carbost. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Talisker Distillery via Bus Station Stance 3 and Somerled Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carbost?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carbost is 298 miles. The road distance is 234.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carbost without a car is to train and taxi which takes 8h 5m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Edinburgh to Carbost, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carbost bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Carbost bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carbost?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carbost is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Edinburgh to Carbost.

Where can I stay near Carbost?

There are 410+ hotels available in Carbost.

Edinburgh to Carbost - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Carbost by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh
3. Take the taxi from Kyle of Lochalsh to Carbost
8h 5m
£113–199
Bus via Edinburgh Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3megabus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
9h 51m
£33–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
9h 18m
Drive 232.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carbost232.9 mi
4h 29m
£57–82
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Square917
9h 35m
£42–104
Train, bus via Fort William
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort WilliamEdinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Square915
10h 37m
£80–102

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Carbost.

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Talisker Distillery via Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Somerled Square in around 9h 18m.

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