What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle is to bus and train which costs £45 - £85 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Slains Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Slains Castle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverurie via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Slains Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Slains Castle is 176 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Slains Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Slains Castle train from?

Edinburgh to Slains Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Slains Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh to Slains Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Where can I stay near Slains Castle?

There are 163+ hotels available in Slains Castle.

Edinburgh to Slains Castle - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Edinburgh to Slains Castle by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 50m
£46–113
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1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 57m
£46–85

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Slains Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Three other operators also service this route.

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