How to get from Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus?

From Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus

To get from Edinburgh to Ullapool in Ullapool, take the E9 bus from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh station to Union Street, Inverness station. Next, take the E18 bus from Union Street, Inverness station to Ferry Terminal, Ullapool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 8 min. The bus schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Ullapool on the Moovit app.

428min
Walk to bus station
Bus - E9E9
Bus - E18E18
Walk to Ullapool
Leaves from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh
    ID 6200243410
    460 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - E9E9
    Wait for bus
    E9
    Inverness
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Street, Inverness
    ID 6700712819D
    275 min
  • 4
    Bus - E18E18
    Wait for bus
    E18
    Ullapool
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferry Terminal, Ullapool
    ID 670086751
    92 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ullapool
    Walk to
    Ullapool
    Market Street
    400 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Edinburgh to Ullapool

The distance between Edinburgh and Ullapool is approximately 314.26 km, which can typically be travelled in 428 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ullapool – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Edinburgh to Ullapool

To check the bus timetable from Edinburgh to Ullapool using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Edinburgh) and destination (Ullapool), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 428 minutes, using Bus line E9, Bus line E18.

  • Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ullapool?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 8 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Edinburgh to Ullapool?

    The E9 bus line goes from George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh to Union Street, Inverness station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Union Street, Inverness station near Ullapool.

  • How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus?

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Ullapool by bus is about 7 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Edinburgh to get to Ullapool?

    Get on the E9 bus from the George Street (The Dome), Edinburgh stop near Edinburgh in Edinburgh.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Edinburgh and Ullapool?

    Get off the bus at the Union Street, Inverness stop, which is closest to Ullapool.

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