The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€10
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 23
3 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
4 h 8 m
Buses on Sep 23
2
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Kingussie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Kingussie will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 2 buses from Edinburgh to Kingussie, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 136 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:40 AM3h20Edinburgh10:00 AMKingussie€101One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM4h55Edinburgh7:05 PMKingussie€151One-way0 transfers
6:40 AM3h20Edinburgh10:00 AMKingussie€101One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM4h55Edinburgh7:05 PMKingussie€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Kingussie
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kingussie among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 136 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kingussie:
A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kingussie costing on average €57.
Other travel options to Kingussie take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Kingussie bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Kingussie buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Edinburgh | 3h20 | 10:00 AM Kingussie | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Edinburgh | 4h55 | 7:05 PM Kingussie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Kingussie by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Buses from Edinburgh to Kingussie run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 136 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 136 km |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Edinburgh to KingussieYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Kingussie with FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kingussie by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kingussie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Kingussie
Most Edinburgh to Kingussie buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Aviemore, Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kingussie bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Kingussie leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Edinburgh, St Andrew's House from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, St Andrew's House has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, St Andrew's House: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Edinburgh, North Bridge from Edinburgh city centre
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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