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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kintail is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kintail is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kintail?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kintail. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Restaurant via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kintail?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kintail is 251 miles. The road distance is 187.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kintail without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 29m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Kintail, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kintail bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kintail?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kintail is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £220 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kintail bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kintail?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kintail is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Edinburgh to Kintail.

Where can I stay near Kintail?

There are 286+ hotels available in Kintail.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kintail 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 Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Restaurantbus 917
6h 29m
£54–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Restaurantbus 917
6h 36m
£28–39
Drive 186 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kintailcar 186 mi
3h 35m
£46–66
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Restaurantbus 917
6h 56m
£36–49
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain Inverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
8h 47m
£77–218

Edinburgh to Kintail by train and bus

42Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Kintail.

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Restaurant via Inverness Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Restaurant via Inverness, Kyle of Lochalsh, and Harbour Slipway in around 8h 47m.

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