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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Keith is to bus via Dundee which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Keith is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Keith?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Keith. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Keith Reidhaven Square via Aberdeen Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Keith?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Keith station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Keith Station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Keith?

The distance between Edinburgh and Keith is 181 miles. The road distance is 152.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Keith without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Keith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Keith bus from?

Edinburgh to Keith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Keith train from?

Edinburgh to Keith train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Keith?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Keith is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Keith bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Keith bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Keith train arrive?

Edinburgh to Keith train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Keith?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Keith is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Keith.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Keith?

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Where can I stay near Keith?

There are 347+ hotels available in Keith.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Keith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
4h 6m
£49–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Keith Reidhaven Squarebus Ember
5h 7m
£27–38
Drive 151.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Keithcar 151.5 mi
3h 3m
£38–55
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Union Square Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Reidhaven Squarebus M96
6h 33m
£27–40

Edinburgh to Keith by bus

112Weekly Buses

5h 7mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Keith.

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Distance: 180.2 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Keith Station via Aberdeen in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Keith Reidhaven Square via Union Square Bus Station and Aberdeen Union Street in around 5h 7m.

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