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

The cheapest way to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £50 - £75 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Scrabster and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Scrabster to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Scrabster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Scrabster and Edinburgh is 320 miles. The road distance is 264.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train via Inverness which takes 7h 49m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 49m to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scrabster to Edinburgh bus from?

Scrabster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Scrabster to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Scrabster to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Scrabster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Scrabster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Scrabster to Edinburgh is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Scrabster to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Scrabster to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Scrabster to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, ferry, or plane

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

Bus, train via Inverness
best
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
7h 49m
£47–169
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
8h 17m
£3–89
Train
1. Take the train from Thurso to Invernesstrain Wick - Inverness
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
8h 20m
£47–189
Drive 263.4 mi
1. Drive from Scrabster to Edinburghcar 263.4 mi
5h 11m
£65–93
Ferry to Kirkwall, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane KOI - EDI
6h 58m
£180–430
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
8h 12m
£74–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station Stance 3bus X99
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
8h 16m
£52–73
Bus to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane INV - EDI
10h 41m
£57–255
Ferry to Kirkwall, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane KOI - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 52m
£193–455
Fly Wick John O' Groats Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from Wick John O' Groats Airport (WIC) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane WIC - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 5m
£62–398

Scrabster to Edinburgh by bus and train

28Weekly Services

7h 49mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318 mi
Duration: 7h 49m

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

You can take a vehicle from Scrabster to Edinburgh Waverley via Thurso and Inverness in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 16m.

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