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

The cheapest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ellon and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellon to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Riverside Road and arriving at Queensferry Street via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ellon to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ellon and Edinburgh is 146 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellon to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 36m and costs £14 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Ellon to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellon to Edinburgh bus from?

Ellon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Ellon to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ellon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Can I drive from Ellon to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellon to Edinburgh is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Ellon to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ellon to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside Road to Union Square Bus Station61 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh WaverleyAberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£14–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry StreetM92
3h 58m
£24–32
Drive 136.6 mi
1. Drive from Ellon to Edinburgh136.6 mi
2h 35m
£35–50
Bus via Broadfold Road
1. Take the bus from Bridge of Don Park & Ride to George StreetE1
4h 46m

Ellon to Edinburgh by bus and train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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