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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline is to bus via Glasgow which costs £19 - £30 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Lochaline?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Lochaline. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Pier via Public Toilets and Slipway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Lochaline?

The distance between Edinburgh and Lochaline is 166 miles. The road distance is 196.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Lochaline bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Lochaline bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Lochaline bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Tyndrum station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Lochaline?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Lochaline is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Lochaline.

Where can I stay near Lochaline?

There are 574+ hotels available in Lochaline.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline 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
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Tyndrumbus
2. Take the bus from Public Toilets to Corran Ferry Junctionbus 915 / ...
3. Take the bus from Slipway to Pierbus 507
6h 12m
£22–31
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Corran Ferry Junctionbus 915
3. Take the bus from Slipway to Pierbus 507
7h 2m
£20–29
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Obantrain
3. Drive from Oban to Lochalinecar
7h 23m
£75–158
Drive 195.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Lochalinecar 195.3 mi
4h 14m
£49–71
Train, bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Corran Ferry Junctionbus 915
3. Take the bus from Slipway to Pierbus 507
6h 35m
£24–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Fort William Bus Station to Pierbus 507
7h 30m
£49–80

Edinburgh to Lochaline by bus

5Weekly Buses

6h 12mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Lochaline.

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Pier via Public Toilets, Corran Ferry Junction, and Slipway in around 6h 12m.

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