What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is to drive which takes 5h 33m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Ferry Terminal Road End via Union Street and Royal Bank of Scotland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 3m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh and Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is 313 miles. The road distance is 272.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal without a car is to bus which takes 9h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

It takes approximately 9h 3m to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal bus from?

Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is to bus which takes 9h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 11:03 AM in Edinburgh and 12:03 PM in Gills Bay Ferry Terminal.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal.

Where can I stay near Gills Bay Ferry Terminal?

There are 210+ hotels available in Gills Bay Ferry Terminal.

Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal - 8 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal by bus, train, car, plane, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of ScotlandE6
9h 3m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
9h 56m
£43–80
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to WickInverness - Wick
10h 46m
£47–117
Drive 270.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal270.7 mi
5h 33m
£68–98
Fly from Edinburgh Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)EDI - KOI
2. Take the ferry from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
6h 49m
£184–418
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street ChurchX99
9h 30m
£59–127
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)GLA - KOI
3. Take the ferry from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
7h 44m
£252–584
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Kirkwall (KOI)ABZ - KOI
3. Take the ferry from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal
9h 10m
£134–416

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311 mi
Duration: 9h 3m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Gills Bay Ferry Terminal, Scotland?

You can take a bus from George Street to Gills Bay Ferry Terminal via Union Street, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Ferry Terminal Road End in around 9h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Ferry Terminal via Inverness, Wick, and Bus Terminal in around 10h 46m.

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