How to get from Edinburgh to Banff by bus and train?

From Edinburgh to Banff by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Banff in Scotland, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Aberdeen station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 35 bus and finally take the 35 bus from The Square, Oldmeldrum station to Union Road, Macduff station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Banff on the Moovit app.

290min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 3535
Bus - 3535
Walk to Banff
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Aberdeen
    148 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
    ID 639070051
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Oldmeldrum
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Square, Oldmeldrum
    ID 630030882
    57 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3535
    Wait for bus
    35
    Macduff
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Road, Macduff
    ID 630021542
    57 min
  • 9
    Walk to Banff
    Walk to
    Banff
    1.61 km • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Banff

The distance between Edinburgh, Scotland and Banff, Scotland is approximately 288.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 290 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Banff by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Edinburgh to Banff

To check the bus and train timetable from Edinburgh to Banff using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Banff), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Banff?

    The fastest way takes 290 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 35, Bus line 35.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Banff in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Banff in Scotland?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Aberdeen station near Edinburgh to Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen station near Banff in Scotland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Banff in Scotland by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Banff in Scotland by train and bus is about 4 hr 50 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Banff in Scotland?

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Aberdeen station near Edinburgh in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Banff in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen stop, which is closest to Banff in Scotland.

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