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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Scone is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £9 - £17 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Scone is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Scone?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Scone. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Mansfield Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Scone?

The distance between Edinburgh and Scone is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scone without a car is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Scone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scone bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Scone?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scone is to bus which takes 1h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £80 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scone bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Scone bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Leonard Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Scone?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Scone is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Edinburgh to Scone.

Where can I stay near Scone?

There are 496+ hotels available in Scone.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Scone by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Leonard StreetE9
1h 41m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus StationUk094
2h 7m
£9–17
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
1h 57m
£13–78
Drive 45 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Scone45 mi
57 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Scone45 mi
57 min
£130–160

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Leonard Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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