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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £35 - £75 and takes 8h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Scrabster is 293 miles. The road distance is 265.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster without a car is to bus which takes 7h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scrabster bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to bus which takes 7h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scrabster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Scrabster is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 97+ hotels available in Scrabster.

Edinburgh to Scrabster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster by bus, train, car, plane, or ferry

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
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
7h 46m
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry TerminalX99
8h 39m
£36–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Ferry TerminalE6
8h 3m
Drive 263.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster263.7 mi
5h 12m
£65–93
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)EDI - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
7h 50m
£166–414
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to ThursoInverness - Wick
8h 36m
£48–138

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

10Weekly Planes

1h 35mAverage Duration

£145Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 291.4 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

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

You can take a bus from George Street to Ferry Terminal via Union Street in around 7h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster via Inverness and Thurso in around 8h 36m.

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