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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at George Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Edinburgh Waverley?

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 to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Inverness and Edinburgh Waverley is 186 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £150.

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

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

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

Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley?

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

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 23m
£55–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
3h 57m
£16–23
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleycar 156.3 mi
3h
£39–55
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
4h 3m
£31–59
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
4h 12m
£30–60

Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley, 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, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to George Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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