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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Nairn is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £12 - £40 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Nairn is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Nairn?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Nairn station. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Bus Station via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Nairn?

The distance between Edinburgh and Nairn is 176 miles. The road distance is 158.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Nairn without a car is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Edinburgh to Nairn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Nairn bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Nairn?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Nairn is to bus which takes 4h 22m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £28 - £90 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Nairn bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Nairn?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Nairn is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Edinburgh to Nairn.

Where can I stay near Nairn?

There are 816+ hotels available in Nairn.

Edinburgh to Nairn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Nairn 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 StreetE9
4h 22m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M90
5h 1m
£12–39
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
4h 45m
£29–86
Drive 157.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Nairn157.8 mi
2h 58m
£39–56

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Nairn.

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 27m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route.

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