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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness Station to Edinburgh is to bus via George Street which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 57m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Inverness Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stance 3 station and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Inverness Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Inverness Station and Edinburgh is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £150.

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

The train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Inverness Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Inverness Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Inverness Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Inverness Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Inverness Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness Station to Edinburgh?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 23m
£50–150
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
3h 57m
£16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
3h 57m
£18–30
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness Station to Edinburghcar 155.9 mi
3h
£38–55

Inverness Station to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 57m. Two other operators also service this route.

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