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

The cheapest way to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Fochabers and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Fochabers to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Fochabers and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fochabers and Edinburgh is 208 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fochabers to Edinburgh bus from?

Fochabers to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fochabers station.

Train or bus from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Aberdeen, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Fochabers to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fochabers to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aberdeen Union Street station.

Can I drive from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fochabers to Edinburgh is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Fochabers to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1667+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Fochabers to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh 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
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 18m
£90–167
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fochabers to Aberdeen Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
5h 30m
£22–35
Drive 160 mi
1. Drive from Fochabers to Edinburghcar 160 mi
3h 13m
£40–57
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Keith Station to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
5h 18m
£56–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fochabers to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
6h 17m
£31–46

Fochabers to Edinburgh by bus and train

6Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–160 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fochabers to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Aberdeen Union Street and Union Square Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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