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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Staffin is to bus via Fort William which costs £35 - £55 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Staffin is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Staffin?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Staffin. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Staffin Stores via Bus Station and Somerled Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Staffin?

The distance between Edinburgh and Staffin is 320 miles. The road distance is 252.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Staffin without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 30m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Edinburgh to Staffin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Staffin bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Staffin bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Staffin bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Staffin?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Staffin is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Edinburgh to Staffin.

Where can I stay near Staffin?

There are 477+ hotels available in Staffin.

Edinburgh to Staffin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Staffin by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
9h 30m
£68–177
Bus via Fort William
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Fort Williambus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Squarebus 915
9h 32m
£37–51
Train, bus via Fort William
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort Williamtrain Edinburgh - Fort William
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Somerled Squarebus 915
10h 36m
£60–96
Drive 251.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Staffincar 251.4 mi
4h 56m
£61–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Somerled Squarebus 917
9h 40m
£41–58
Train, bus via Glenelg
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain
2. Take the train from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalshtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbour Slipway to Somerled Squarebus 917 / ...
10h 57m
£88–229

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Staffin.

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Distance: 317.8 mi
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Staffin, Highland, Scotland?

You can take a bus from George Street to Staffin Stores via Fort William, Bus Station, and Somerled Square in around 9h 32m.

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