What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Skye Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kings Arms Hotel via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Skye Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Kyle of Lochalsh via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

The distance between Edinburgh and Skye Bridge is 241 miles. The road distance is 202.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge without a car is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Skye Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Skye Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Skye Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Skye Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Skye Bridge is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Skye Bridge?

There are 262+ hotels available in Skye Bridge.

Edinburgh to Skye Bridge - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Skye Bridge by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union Streetbus E9
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Kings Arms Hotelbus 917
6h 33m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain Inverness - Kyle of Lochalsh
7h 24m
£43–114
Drive 201.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Skye Bridgecar 201.1 mi
3h 49m
£50–71

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Skye Bridge, Scotland?

You can take a bus from George Street to Kings Arms Hotel via Union Street and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Kyle of Lochalsh via Inverness in around 7h 24m.

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