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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at The Clock Tower via Cairngorm Hotel and The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dufftown via Aberdeen and Keith Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dufftown?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dufftown is 191 miles. The road distance is 142.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dufftown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dufftown train from?

Edinburgh to Dufftown train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dufftown bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dufftown bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aviemore station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dufftown train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dufftown train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dufftown is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Edinburgh to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 182+ hotels available in Dufftown.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
6h 2m
£49–144
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stationbus Uk094
2. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Towerbus 36A
6h 34m
£24–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Aviemore stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Towerbus 36A
6h 24m
£26–37
Drive 141.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dufftowncar 141.6 mi
3h
£36–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to The Clock Towerbus 36A
6h 19m
£42–135

Edinburgh to Dufftown by bus

20Weekly Buses

6h 24mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Dufftown.

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dufftown via Aberdeen, Keith Station, and Keith Town in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to The Clock Tower via Cairngorm Hotel and The Square in around 6h 24m.

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