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 £20 - £45 and takes 4h 55m.

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 12m 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 Baxters of Speyside and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

The distance between Fochabers and Edinburgh is 184 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 bus via Aberdeen which takes 4h 55m and costs £20 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m 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 Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Baxters of Speyside station.

Train or bus from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Fochabers to Edinburgh is to bus via Aberdeen which takes 4h 55m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Fochabers to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Fochabers to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Fochabers to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Fochabers to Edinburgh is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Fochabers to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2463+ 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 bus, train, 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.

Bus via Aberdeen
best
1. Take the bus from Baxters of Speyside to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M92
4h 55m
£20–45
Train via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeentrain
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
5h 15m
£16–81
Train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 15m
£35–90
Drive 160 mi
1. Drive from Fochabers to Edinburghcar 160 mi
3h 12m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Square to Union Streetbus E7
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George Streetbus E9
5h 22m

Fochabers to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 182.7 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Baxters of Speyside to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Union Square Bus Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Edinburgh Waverley once daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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