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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Torness is to bus via George Street which costs £35 - £50 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Torness is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Torness?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Torness. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Erchite Road End via Bus Station Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Torness?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Torness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Torness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Torness is 208 miles. The road distance is 162.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torness without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Torness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Torness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Torness train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Torness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Torness is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Torness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Torness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Torness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Torness is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Edinburgh to Torness.

Where can I stay near Torness?

There are 1350+ hotels available in Torness.

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Torness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 31m
£65–145
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 6m
£39–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 46m
£47–85
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Tornesscar 161.2 mi
3h 4m
£40–58

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours.

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