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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dornoch?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Dornoch. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Clydesdale Bank via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dornoch?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dornoch is 228 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dornoch bus from?

Edinburgh to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dornoch?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch is to bus which takes 6h and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £190 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dornoch bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dornoch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dornoch?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dornoch is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Dornoch.

Where can I stay near Dornoch?

There are 268+ hotels available in Dornoch.

Edinburgh to Dornoch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
5h 43m
£46–158
Bus via Dornoch Academy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Dornoch Academybus Ember
6h 9m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Clydesdale Bankbus X99
6h
£25–39
Drive 195.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dornochcar 195.1 mi
3h 37m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Taintrain Inverness - Wick / ...
7h 15m
£58–184

Edinburgh to Dornoch by train and bus

18Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Dornoch.

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Distance: 226.4 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Clydesdale Bank via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cathedral Square via Inverness, Tain, and Post Office in around 7h 15m.

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