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

From Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus and train

To get from Edinburgh to Ullapool in Ullapool, take the SCOTRAIL train from Edinburgh station to Inverness station. Next, take the 61 bus from Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness station to Ferry Terminal, Ullapool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Edinburgh may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ullapool on the Moovit app.

388min
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - 6161
Walk to Ullapool
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
    209 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station Stance 6, Inverness
    ID 670085865B
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Ullapool
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ferry Terminal, Ullapool
    ID 670086751
    91 min
  • 7
    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 397.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 388 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Edinburgh to Ullapool by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ullapool – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Edinburgh to Ullapool

To check the bus and train 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 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 Ullapool?

    The fastest way takes 388 minutes, using Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line 61.

  • Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ullapool?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Edinburgh to Ullapool?

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Inverness station near Edinburgh in Edinburgh 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 Ullapool.

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

    The total travel time between Edinburgh and Ullapool by train and bus is about 6 hr 28 min.

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

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

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

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

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