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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Iverness is to bus via George Street which costs £18 - £25 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Iverness is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Iverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Iverness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Seafield Road via Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Iverness?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Iverness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Iverness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Iverness is 187 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Iverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Edinburgh to Iverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Iverness bus from?

Edinburgh to Iverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Iverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Iverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Iverness is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Iverness bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Iverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Edinburgh to Iverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Iverness?

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

Where can I stay near Iverness?

There are 1410+ hotels available in Iverness.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 57m
£61–142
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 25m
£18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
4h 24m
£26–59
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ivernesscar 156.1 mi
2h 58m
£39–56

Edinburgh to Iverness by train and bus

46Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Two other operators also service this route.

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