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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
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bank
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$55.69
Bus from Travel Centre to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Ferry Terminal to Post
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.86–$11.39

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
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
Email:
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
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 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

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

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

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Shapinsay is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Shapinsay is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Shapinsay?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Shapinsay. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Sir George's Street Church via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Shapinsay?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Shapinsay. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Thurso via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Shapinsay?

The distance between Edinburgh and Shapinsay is 461 km. The road distance is 421.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shapinsay without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Shapinsay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Shapinsay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Shapinsay train from?

Edinburgh to Shapinsay train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Shapinsay?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shapinsay is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $271.74 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Shapinsay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Shapinsay train arrive?

Edinburgh to Shapinsay train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Shapinsay?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Shapinsay is 422 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Edinburgh to Shapinsay.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Shapinsay?

Book your Edinburgh to Shapinsay train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Shapinsay?

There are 118+ hotels available in Shapinsay. Prices start at $84.29 per night.
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