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How to get from Edinburgh to Nairn?

Are you planning to travel to Nairn from Edinburgh and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Nairn, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Edinburgh and Nairn, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (CrossCountry, East Coast, ScotRail, MegaBus or FlixBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Edinburgh and Nairn, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Nairn trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Nairn, you have several transport options

Edinburgh to Nairn bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Nairn, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Nairn train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Edinburgh Nairn train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Edinburgh Nairn

Carpooling between Edinburgh and Nairn is perfect if you want to travel to Nairn in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Edinburgh or Nairn.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Edinburgh to Nairn transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Edinburgh Nairn

City of departure
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Nairn
United Kingdom
Scotland
Distance
116 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Nairn easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Nairn easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Edinburgh and Nairn that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as CrossCountry, East Coast, ScotRail, MegaBus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Nairn with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Edinburgh and Nairn

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Edinburgh to Nairn?
Flexible Carpooling from Edinburgh to Nairn is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Economical Carpooling from Edinburgh to Nairn is often the most economical way to travel.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Edinburgh to Nairn can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Edinburgh to Nairn?
Speed Edinburgh to Nairn trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility Train stations in Edinburgh or Nairn are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Flexibility Edinburgh Nairn train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Edinburgh Nairn train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Edinburgh to Nairn?
On-board services Modern buses between Edinburgh and Nairn are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Edinburgh and Nairn, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Edinburgh to Nairn are usually much slower than trains to Nairn to cover the 116 mi distance.
Comfort Edinburgh-Nairn buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Nairn?

Edinburgh departure bus stations

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Edinburgh Departure Stations

Edinburgh Waverley
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Haymarket (Edinburgh)
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Brunstane
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South Gyle
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Nairn Arrival Stations

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coach Edinburgh Nairn

The frequency of departures to Edinburgh from Nairn varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Nairn, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus journey between Edinburgh and Nairn usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Nairn for your travel date.

Buses between Edinburgh and Nairn usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Edinburgh-Nairn bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Bus companies Edinburgh Nairn

MegaBus
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FlixBus
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Trains Edinburgh Nairn

Train tickets from Edinburgh to Nairn can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Nairn depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Nairn are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to Nairn at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Edinburgh to Nairn. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

Train companies from Edinburgh to Nairn

CrossCountry
CrossCountry
East Coast
East Coast
ScotRail
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Carpool Edinburgh Nairn

The number of seats available in a carpool from Edinburgh to Nairn depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

The average cost of a carpool from Edinburgh to Nairn depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Edinburgh to Nairn, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your trip to Edinburgh Nairn to discuss these issues.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Edinburgh and Nairn, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Edinburgh Nairn

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