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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness-shire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Aberchalder and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness-shire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Spean Bridge and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh?

The distance between Inverness-shire and Edinburgh is 236 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness-shire to Edinburgh bus from?

Inverness-shire to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aberchalder station.

Where do I catch the Inverness-shire to Edinburgh train from?

Inverness-shire to Edinburgh train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Spean Bridge station.

Train or bus from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh is to bus via Inverness which takes 6h 16m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £90 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Inverness-shire to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness-shire to Edinburgh train arrive?

Inverness-shire to Edinburgh train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness-shire to Edinburgh is 136 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2804+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Inverness-shire to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aberchalder to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
6h 9m
£72–159
Drive 135.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inverness-shire to Edinburghcar 135.1 mi
4h
£34–49
Bus via Inverness
1. Take the bus from Aberchalder to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
6h 16m
£56–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberchalder to Fort William Bus Stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 913
6h 44m
£59–93
Train
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Fort William - Edinburgh
6h 47m
£60–87

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Distance: 234.4 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Inverness-shire to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Aberchalder, Inverness Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Spean Bridge to Edinburgh Waverley 6 times a week. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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