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

The cheapest way to get from Portree to Edinburgh is to bus via Fort William which costs £30 - £45 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portree to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Portree and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Portree to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Somerled Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Portree to Edinburgh?

The distance between Portree and Edinburgh is 278 miles. The road distance is 236 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portree to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs £40 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Portree to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portree to Edinburgh bus from?

Portree to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Somerled Square station.

Where does the Portree to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portree to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Portree to Edinburgh is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Portree to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1181+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Portree 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
best
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
7h 38m
£41–60
Bus via Fort William
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the bus from Fort William to George Streetbus Ember
7h 47m
£31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Station Stance 3bus 917
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
7h 44m
£63–175
Drive 234.6 mi
1. Drive from Portree to Edinburghcar 234.6 mi
4h 36m
£57–83
Bus, train via Fort William
1. Take the bus from Somerled Square to Bus Stationbus 915
2. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
9h 9m
£57–94

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Portree to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 276.9 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Somerled Square to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 7h 38m.

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