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Edinburgh to Scrabster

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Edinburgh, Great Britain → Scrabster, Great Britain

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Ten ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Scrabster

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
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

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
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
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
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 39m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.04–$55.69

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$253.16

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$107.59–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
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 Thurso
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$107.59
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

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

Eastern Airways

Website:
easternairways.com/
Plane from Aberdeen International Airport to Wick
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$151.89

Other operators

NorthLink Ferries

Phone:
+44 845 600 0449
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 Scrabster?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to bus which costs $59.78 - $81.52 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Scrabster?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Scrabster. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Scrabster is 505 km. The road distance is 424.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 23m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Scrabster bus from?

Edinburgh to Scrabster bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Scrabster is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs $59.78 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $108.70 - $282.61 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Scrabster bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Scrabster bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Scrabster is 425 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Edinburgh to Scrabster.

Where can I stay near Scrabster?

There are 80+ hotels available in Scrabster. Prices start at $53.48 per night.
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