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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Kyleakin?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Kyleakin. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Shorefront Shelter via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Kyleakin?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Kyleakin. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kyle of Lochalsh via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Kyleakin?

The distance between Edinburgh and Kyleakin is 242 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin without a car is to bus via Inverness which takes 6h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kyleakin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Kyleakin train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Kyleakin?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin is to bus via Inverness which takes 6h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Kyleakin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Kyleakin train arrive?

Edinburgh to Kyleakin train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Kyleakin?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Kyleakin is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Edinburgh to Kyleakin.

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

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Where can I stay near Kyleakin?

There are 256+ hotels available in Kyleakin.

Edinburgh to Kyleakin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Shorefront Shelter917
6h 45m
Train, bus via Inverness
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Shorefront Shelter917
7h 2m
£37–99
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Kyleakin202.3 mi
3h 52m
£50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to An Aird OneE4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shorefront Shelter915
6h 51m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Spean BridgeEdinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Spean Crescent to Shorefront Shelter915
7h 22m
£75–95
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of LochalshInverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 24m
£43–114

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Kyleakin.

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Distance: 240.2 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Shorefront Shelter via Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kyle of Lochalsh via Inverness in around 7h 24m.

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