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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh Castle to Island Of Skye

Composite routes from Edinburgh Castle to Island Of Skye

Cheapest
4 h 31 min
Car
377 km.
from $20
Other
7 h 46 min
Train, Bus
244 km.
from $190.30
8 h 41 min
244 km.
from $107.50
7 h 59 min
244 km.
from $83.87
9 h 13 min
244 km.
from $207.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$75.95
Bus from Bus Station to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry
Ave. Duration:
6h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
enquiries@parksofhamilton.co.uk
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Queensferry Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
customers@lner.co.uk
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:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
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 Kyle
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$60.76

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Fort
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye is to bus which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $70.65 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Island of Skye?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye. However, there are services departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Ferry Road End via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Island of Skye is 464 km. The road distance is 377.6 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 46m and costs $86.96 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye is to bus via Inverness which takes 7h 59m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $92.39 - $228.26 and takes 9h 13m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye is 378 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Island of Skye.

Where can I stay near Island of Skye?

There are 388+ hotels available in Island of Skye. Prices start at $54.66 per night.
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