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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elphin is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elphin is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elphin?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Elphin. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Post Box via Bus Station Stance 3 and Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elphin?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elphin is 263 miles. The road distance is 224.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elphin without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 31m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Elphin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elphin bus from?

Edinburgh to Elphin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elphin bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elphin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elphin?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elphin is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Edinburgh to Elphin.

Where can I stay near Elphin?

There are 57+ hotels available in Elphin.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Elphin 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 Ferry Terminalbus 961
7h 31m
£31–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus 961
7h 57m
£34–47
Drive 223.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elphincar 223.2 mi
4h 7m
£54–78
Bus via George Street
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Academy Street to Ferry Terminalbus 61
8h 7m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Elphin.

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Distance: 261.2 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Post Box via Bus Station Stance 3 and Ferry Terminal in around 7h 57m.

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