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How to Travel from

Islay to Edinburgh

by Train, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Six ways to Travel from Islay to Edinburgh

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Caledonian MacBrayne

Phone:
+44 (0)1475 650 397
Website:
calmac.co.uk
Other from Port Ellen Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.76–$12.02

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Islay to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$443.02

Train operators

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Edinburgh is to ferry and bus via St Andrew's House which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Edinburgh is to fly and train which takes 2h 10m and costs $108.70 - $315.22 .

How far is it from Islay to Edinburgh?

The distance between Islay and Edinburgh is 205 km.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Edinburgh without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 7h 50m and costs $53.26 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Islay to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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