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 £29 - £45 and takes 7h 40m.

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 to Elphin. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Post Box via Bus Station Stance 3 and Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

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 30m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Elphin bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elphin bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, 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 60+ 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 30m
£32–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus 961
7h 40m
£29–42
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 Falcon Sq to Ferry Terminalbus 61
7h 51m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Elphin.

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Distance: 261.2 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Post Box via Bus Station Stance 3 and Ferry Terminal in around 7h 40m.

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