What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay is to bus which costs £19 - £27 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cove Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cove Bay. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Catto Crescent via Guild Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cove Bay is 132 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Cove Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £8 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cove Bay bus from?

Edinburgh to Cove Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £8 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £27 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cove Bay bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cove Bay bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cove Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cove Bay is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Cove Bay.

Where can I stay near Cove Bay?

There are 659+ hotels available in Cove Bay.

Edinburgh to Cove Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cove Bay 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 Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2h 51m
£8–80
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
4h 10m
£1–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
3h 22m
£19–27
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cove Baycar 117.1 mi
2h 14m
£29–41

Edinburgh to Cove Bay by train and bus

119Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.3 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Cove Bay, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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