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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Scrabster Terminal Building via Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh and Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 320 miles. The road distance is 265.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 11m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus from?

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal train from?

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £290 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal train arrive?

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Where can I stay near Scrabster Ferry Terminal?

There are 114+ hotels available in Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 7 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Terminal Buildingbus Ember
8h 11m
£68–170
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminalbus X99
8h 49m
£32–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Terminal Buildingbus Ember
8h 26m
£44–77
Drive 263.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminalcar 263.9 mi
5h 23m
£65–94
Fly from Edinburgh Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane EDI - KOI
2. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminalferry
7h 4m
£186–432
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Thursotrain Inverness - Wick
8h 38m
£126–290
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane GLA - KOI
3. Take the ferry from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster Ferry Terminalferry
7h 53m
£199–466

Edinburgh to Scrabster Ferry Terminal by train and bus

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Distance: 318.3 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Queensferry Street to Scrabster Terminal Building via Bus Station Stance 3 and Inverness Union Street in around 8h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Scrabster Ferry Terminal via Inverness and Thurso in around 8h 38m.

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