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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to bus and line 73 bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Queen Street via Park and Ride and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Arbroath via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Inverness to Carnoustie?

The distance between Inverness and Carnoustie is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Inverness to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carnoustie bus from?

Inverness to Carnoustie bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Inverness to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Inverness to Carnoustie bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Where does the Inverness to Carnoustie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Carnoustie is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Inverness to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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Inverness to Carnoustie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Carnoustie by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 46m
£71–126
Bus, line 73 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park and Ridebus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Street to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
4h 23m
£17–29
Drive 133.7 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Carnoustiecar 133.7 mi
2h 50m
£33–48
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Carnoustietrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
4h 1m
£50–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
5h 12m
£20–31

Inverness to Carnoustie by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Arbroath 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queen Street via Park and Ride, Overgate, and High Street in around 4h 23m.

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