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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Plockton is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Plockton is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Plockton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Plockton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Duncraig via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Plockton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Plockton is 259 miles. The road distance is 204 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Plockton without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £70 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Plockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Plockton train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Plockton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Plockton is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Plockton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Plockton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Plockton is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Plockton.

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

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Where can I stay near Plockton?

There are 276+ hotels available in Plockton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Plockton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraigtrain Inverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 6m
£72–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Camp Site Road Endbus 917
7h 15m
£37–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Duncraigtrain Inverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 13m
£46–83
Drive 202.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Plocktoncar 202.8 mi
3h 53m
£51–73

Edinburgh to Plockton by train

25Weekly Trains

7h 6mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Plockton.

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Distance: 257.4 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Duncraig via Inverness in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Plockton via Bus Station Stance 3 and Camp Site Road End in around 7h 15m.

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