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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fochabers?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Fochabers. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Fochabers via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fochabers is 189 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Fochabers bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 5h 59m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Fochabers bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Fochabers bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Fochabers is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Fochabers.

Where can I stay near Fochabers?

There are 484+ hotels available in Fochabers.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers 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 Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Fochabersbus Ember
5h 3m
£41–113
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Fochabersbus Ember
5h 59m
£22–35
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fochaberscar 159.4 mi
3h 14m
£39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain Aberdeen - Inverness / ...
5h 56m
£68–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
6h 5m
£37–52

Edinburgh to Fochabers by train, foot, and bus

112Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers.

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Distance: 188.1 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Fochabers via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fochabers via Aberdeen, Elgin, and Elgin station in around 5h 56m.

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