How to get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart by bus and train?

Edinburgh to Castle Stuart - Train Timetable

The SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart runs from 08:38 to 19:34, with departures every 1 hr 55 min-4 hr. The journey takes about 5 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Edinburgh to Castle Stuart by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart in Highland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Inverness station. Next, take the 1 bus from Queensgate, Inverness station to Airport Road, Inverness Airport station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Castle Stuart on the Moovit app.

319min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 11
Walk to Castle Stuart
Leaves from Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Edinburgh
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Inverness
    210 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Queensgate, Inverness
    ID 6700712812B
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Fort George
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Airport Road, Inverness Airport
    ID 6700713346
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to Castle Stuart
    Walk to
    Castle Stuart
    2.74 km • 35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart

The distance between Edinburgh, Highland and Castle Stuart, Highland is approximately 324.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 319 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Highland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart

To check the bus and train timetable from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Castle Stuart), 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 Castle Stuart?

    The fastest way takes 319 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Edinburgh in Scotland to Queensgate, Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Queensgate, Inverness station near Castle Stuart in Highland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Castle Stuart by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Scotland and Castle Stuart in Highland by train and bus is about 5 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Edinburgh to get to Castle Stuart?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Edinburgh and Castle Stuart?

    Get off the train at the Queensgate, Inverness stop, which is closest to Castle Stuart in Highland.

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