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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dores is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £18 - £26 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dores is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dores?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dores. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Post Office via Academy Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dores?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dores is 195 miles. The road distance is 162.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dores without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £20 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Edinburgh to Dores, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dores bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dores?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dores is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £20 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £45 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dores bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dores?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dores is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Edinburgh to Dores.

Where can I stay near Dores?

There are 1227+ hotels available in Dores.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dores 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 Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 10m
£20–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 16m
£1–45
Drive 161.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dorescar 161.6 mi
2h 58m
£39–56
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
5h 36m
£18–26

Edinburgh to Dores by train and bus

46Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £1–45 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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