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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgol is to bus via Inverness which costs £28 - £50 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elgol is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elgol?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Elgol. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Community Centre via Bus Station and Post Office. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elgol?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elgol is 238 miles. The road distance is 224.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elgol without a car is to bus which takes 9h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Elgol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elgol bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Elgol bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elgol bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elgol?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elgol is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Edinburgh to Elgol.

Where can I stay near Elgol?

There are 307+ hotels available in Elgol.

Edinburgh to Elgol - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Elgol by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Officebus 915
9h 2m
£33–46
Bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Post Officebus 917
9h 15m
£28–46
Train, bus via Inverness
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Community Centrebus 55
9h 26m
£74–219
Drive 223.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elgolcar 223.2 mi
4h 19m
£55–80
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crianlarichtrain
2. Take the train from Crianlarich to Mallaigtrain
3. Drive from Mallaig to Elgolcar
9h 57m
£90–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Officebus 915
10h 6m
£50–79

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Elgol.

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Distance: 237 mi
Duration: 9h 2m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Community Centre via Fort William, Bus Station, and Post Office in around 9h 2m.

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