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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Alness

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Alness

Cheapest
3 h 10 min
Car
279 km.
from $15

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

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness is to bus which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Alness is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Alness?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Alness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Library via Bus Station Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Alness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Alness is 332 km. The road distance is 280.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alness without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Edinburgh to Alness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Alness bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Alness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alness is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $41.30 and takes 5h.

Where does the Edinburgh to Alness bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Alness?

It is currently 08:25 at both, Edinburgh and Alness.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Alness is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Edinburgh to Alness.

Where can I stay near Alness?

There are 745+ hotels available in Alness. Prices start at $27.88 per night.
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