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

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

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.

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 4m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Edinburgh to Carbost, including transfers.

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 418+ hotels available in Carbost.

Edinburgh to Carbost - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 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 Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the taxi from Kyle of Lochalsh to Carbosttaxi
8h 4m
£111–199
Drive 232.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carbostcar 232.9 mi
4h 29m
£58–83
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from George Street to An Aird Onebus E4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Ferry Terminalbus 500
3. Drive from Ferry Terminal to Carbostcar
9h 5m
Bus, drive via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3bus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to Toscaig Pierbus 704
3. Drive from Toscaig Pier to Carbostcar
9h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Carbost.

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Carbost. However, you can take the train to Inverness, take the train to Kyle of Lochalsh, then take the taxi to Carbost. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to Carbost via An Aird One, Fort William Bus Station, and Ferry Terminal in around 9h 5m.

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