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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich is to bus which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 48m.

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 Queensferry Street and arriving at Melvich Terrace via Bus Station Stance 3 and Bank of Scotland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Melvich?

The distance between Edinburgh and Melvich is 330 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 train and bus which takes 9h 37m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 9h 37m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Melvich?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Melvich is to train which takes 11h 32m and costs £90 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Melvich bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Melvich bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

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 105+ hotels available in Melvich.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Melvich 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 Bank of Scotlandbus X99
9h 37m
£76–169
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Thurso Royal Bank of Scotlandbus Ember
9h 49m
£2–87
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Wicktrain Inverness - Wick
11h 32m
£93–233
Drive 252.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Melvichcar 252.6 mi
5h 16m
£62–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank of Scotlandbus X99
9h 48m
£52–72

Edinburgh to Melvich by train and bus

1Weekly Services

9h 37mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.5 mi
Duration: 9h 37m

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

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 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Melvich Terrace via Bus Station Stance 3 and Bank of Scotland in around 9h 48m.

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