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

The cheapest way to get from Sutherland to Edinburgh is to train which costs £22 - £110 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sutherland to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Sutherland and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutherland to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Road End and arriving at George Street via War Memorial and Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Sutherland to Edinburgh?

The distance between Sutherland and Edinburgh is 223 miles. The road distance is 220.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sutherland to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Sutherland to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutherland to Edinburgh bus from?

Sutherland to Edinburgh bus services, operated by The Durness Bus, depart from War Memorial station.

Train or bus from Sutherland to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Sutherland to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 6h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £110 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Sutherland to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Sutherland to Edinburgh bus services, operated by The Durness Bus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 6.

Can I drive from Sutherland to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutherland to Edinburgh is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Sutherland to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2490+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Sutherland to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Sutherland 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
best
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Bus Station Stance 6805
2. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
6h 43m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lairg to InvernessWick - Inverness / ...
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
7h 42m
£22–106
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Bus Station Stance 6805
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
7h 3m
Drive 219.4 mi
1. Drive from Sutherland to Edinburgh219.4 mi
4h 6m
£55–80
Drive, ferry, fly
1. Drive from Sutherland to Scrabster Ferry Terminal
2. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal
3. Fly from Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)KOI - EDI
7h 38m
£193–451
Bus via Station
1. Take the bus from Station to Bus Station Stance 6805
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
6h 57m

Kirkwall (KOI) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

£149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.1 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Road End to George Street via War Memorial, Bus Station Stance 6, and Union Street in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Road End to Edinburgh Waverley via Station, Lairg, and Inverness in around 7h 42m.

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