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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich is to bus via Edinburgh Bus Station which costs £40 - £60 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Melvich?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Melvich. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Melvich Terrace via Union Street and Bank of Scotland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Melvich?

The distance between Edinburgh and Melvich is 308 miles. The road distance is 254.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich without a car is to bus which takes 9h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Edinburgh to Melvich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Melvich bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Melvich?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich is to bus which takes 9h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Melvich bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Melvich?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Melvich is 254 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Edinburgh to Melvich.

Where can I stay near Melvich?

There are 101+ hotels available in Melvich.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Melvich 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 Union Streetbus E9
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
9h 12m
Bus via Edinburgh Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3bus megabus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
9h 59m
£44–60
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Wicktrain Inverness - Wick
11h 15m
£45–118
Drive 252.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Melvichcar 252.6 mi
5h 16m
£62–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Bank of Scotlandbus E6
9h 27m
Train, bus via Melvich Terrace
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir George's Street Churchbus X99
9h 42m
£51–119

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Melvich.

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Distance: 306.3 mi
Duration: 9h 12m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Melvich Terrace via Union Street and Bank of Scotland in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Rowanbank via Inverness, Wick, Co-Op, St Peters Church, and Bank of Scotland in around 11h 15m.

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