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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Plockton is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 23m.

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 52m and costs £45 - £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 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Plockton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Plockton is 242 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 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m 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 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 7m.

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 52m 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 257+ 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 bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Camp Site Road End917
6h 42m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station to Inverness Bus Station Stance 3megabus M90 / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to DuncraigInverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 23m
£32–55
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to DuncraigInverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 7m
£41–114
Drive 202.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Plockton202.8 mi
3h 52m
£50–72

Edinburgh to Plockton by train

25Weekly Trains

7h 7mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Plockton via Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Camp Site Road End in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Duncraig via Inverness in around 7h 7m.

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