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

From Edinburgh to Shieldaig by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Shieldaig in Highland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Inverness station. Next, take the 704 bus from Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness station to Bus Shelter, Shieldaig station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 47 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Shieldaig on the Moovit app.

407min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 704704
Walk to Shieldaig
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
    223 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness
    ID 670085865B
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 704704
    Wait for bus
    704
    Toscaig
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Shelter, Shieldaig
    ID 670000285
    135 min
  • 7
    Walk to Shieldaig
    Walk to
    Shieldaig
    8 Temperance Brae, Shieldaig, Strathcarron, Highland IV54 8XN, UK
    340 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Shieldaig

The distance between Edinburgh, Highland and Shieldaig, Highland is approximately 428.18 km, which can typically be travelled in 407 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Shieldaig 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 Shieldaig

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

    The fastest way takes 407 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 704.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Shieldaig?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Shieldaig?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Edinburgh in Scotland to Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness station near Shieldaig in Highland.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh in Scotland and Shieldaig in Highland by train and bus is about 6 hr 47 min.

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

    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 Shieldaig?

    Get off the train at the Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness stop, which is closest to Shieldaig in Highland.

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