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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway

Cheapest
2 h 37 min
Car
218 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Cairngorm
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$58.23

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Cairngorm
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$126.58

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemore
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to bus which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Car Park via Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cairngorm Mountain Railway is 261 km. The road distance is 216.7 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus from?

Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Cairngorm Hotel station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Edinburgh to Cairngorm Mountain Railway.

Where can I stay near Cairngorm Mountain Railway?

There are 435+ hotels available in Cairngorm Mountain Railway. Prices start at $51.34 per night.
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