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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness Station is to bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness Station is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Inverness Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Inverness Union Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Inverness Station?

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 Station?

The distance between Edinburgh and Inverness Station is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £150.

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

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 Station bus from?

Edinburgh to Inverness Station bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Inverness Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Inverness Station?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness Station is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness Station bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Inverness Station bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Inverness Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Inverness Station is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Edinburgh to Inverness Station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness Station?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Inverness Station.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 43m
£50–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
3h 56m
£16–23
Drive 155.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Inverness Stationcar 155.7 mi
3h
£38–55
Bus via Queensferry Street
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
3h 58m
£18–30

Edinburgh to Inverness Station by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Inverness Station, 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, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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