What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £11 - £40 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Castle Stuart Road End via Queensgate and Culloden Academy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The distance between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart is 194 miles. The road distance is 158.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Castle Stuart bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Castle Stuart is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart.

Where can I stay near Castle Stuart?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Castle Stuart.

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
3h 58m
£43–102
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
6h 8m
£12–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
5h 25m
Drive 158 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart158 mi
3h 1m
£40–57

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Castle Stuart, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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