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Edinburgh to Dounreay

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5 h 15 min
438 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Dounreay

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Cheapest
By car (438 km)
5 h 15 min
438 km.
from $24
Fastest
Plane from Edinburgh (Glasgow International Airport) to Dounreay (Wick Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 15 min
438 km.
from $16.66
Train, Bus
9 h 42 min
294 km.
from $208.67
Bus
9 h 46 min
294 km.
from $105.22
Train
12 h 10 min
294 km.
from $275.37
Bus via Queensferry Street
9 h 49 min
294 km.
from $98.54
Plane, Ferry
7 h 25 min
294 km.
from $458.09
Train, Plane
8 h 17 min
293 km.
from $473.97

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Sir
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$822.76
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$886.04

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Wick
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
Email:
Website:
northlinkferries.co.uk/
Other from Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminal to Scrabster
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) is to bus which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dounreay (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Dounreay (Station). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bus Stance via Bus Station Stance 3 and Sir George's Street Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dounreay (Station) is 517 km. The road distance is 439.1 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 42m and costs $97.83 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

It takes approximately 9h 42m to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) bus from?

Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $304.35 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station) is 439 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Edinburgh to Dounreay (Station).

Where can I stay near Dounreay (Station)?

There are 74+ hotels available in Dounreay (Station). Prices start at $53.48 per night.
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