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 £20 - £45 and takes 5h 8m.

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 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fochabers?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Fochabers. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at The Square via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fochabers is 188 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 which takes 4h 41m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m 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 Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Fochabers bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Fochabers bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Fochabers?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Fochabers is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Fochabers.

Where can I stay near Fochabers?

There are 420+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Huntlytrain
4h 41m
£31–102
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Baxters of Speysidebus M96
5h 8m
£20–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union Streetbus E9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to The Squarebus E7
5h 6m
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fochaberscar 159.4 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Adelphi to The Squarebus E7
4h 43m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Fochabers.

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to East Street via Aberdeen, Huntly, and The Square in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from George Street to The Square via Union Street in around 5h 6m.

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