What is the cheapest way to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh is to ferry and train via Glasgow which costs £50 - £100 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh is to ferry and train via Glasgow which takes 8h 37m and costs £50 - £100.

How far is it from Eigg Island to Edinburgh?

The distance between Eigg Island and Edinburgh is 184 miles.

How do I travel from Eigg Island to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 7h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2535+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Eigg Island to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh by ferry, bus, or train

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

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Arisaig Ferry Landingferry Am1
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
3. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus
7h 46m
Ferry, train via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Mallaigferry
2. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
8h 37m
£51–100
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Mallaigferry
2. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
8h 51m
£51–100
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Arisaig Ferry Landingferry Am1
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
3. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
9h 8m

Eigg Island to Edinburgh by ferry and train

5Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Eigg Island to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 183.3 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Eigg Island, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Eigg Island to Edinburgh. However, you can take the ferry to Arisaig Ferry Landing, walk to Post Office, take the bus to Fort William Bus Station, walk to Fort William, then take the bus to George Street. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Eigg Ferry Terminal to Edinburgh Waverley via Mallaig, Mallaig, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 37m.

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