What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Inverness is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Inverness without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Inverness bus from?

Edinburgh to Inverness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Queensferry Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Inverness train from?

Edinburgh to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Inverness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness train arrive?

Edinburgh to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Inverness is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Edinburgh to Inverness.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Edinburgh to Inverness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Inverness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 43m
£60–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
3h 58m
£16–23
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Invernesscar 155.8 mi
2h 58m
£38–55
Bus via Ingliston Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Ingliston Park & Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
4h 47m
£26–38

Edinburgh to Inverness by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Two other operators also service this route.

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