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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose is to bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Fortrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Fortrose. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Union Tavern via Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Fortrose?

The distance between Edinburgh and Fortrose is 199 miles. The road distance is 167.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Fortrose bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Fortrose?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Fortrose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Fortrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Fortrose is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Fortrose.

Where can I stay near Fortrose?

There are 1270+ hotels available in Fortrose.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Fortrose 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 Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
4h 36m
£52–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 43m
£20–29
Drive 166.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Fortrosecar 166.9 mi
3h 13m
£42–60
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
4h 46m
£27–38

Edinburgh to Fortrose by train and bus

46Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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