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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Inverness is to bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Inverness is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Inverness. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Inverness?

The distance between Glasgow and Inverness is 180 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £150.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Inverness bus from?

Glasgow to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Inverness train from?

Glasgow to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Inverness?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Inverness is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Glasgow to Inverness bus arrive?

Glasgow to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Glasgow to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Inverness is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Glasgow to Inverness.

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

Book your Glasgow to Inverness train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Glasgow to Inverness bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1421+ hotels available in Inverness.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
3h 17m
£80–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
3h 55m
£16–35
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Invernesscar 160.8 mi
3h 5m
£40–57
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 30m
£58–145

Glasgow to Inverness by train

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Distance: 178.5 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Two other operators also service this route.

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