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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station is to bus via George Street which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh bus Station?

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 bus Station?

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 bus Station?

The distance between Inverness and Edinburgh bus Station is 187 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £55 - £150.

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

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 bus Station bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station?

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via George Street, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh bus Station?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 30m
£55–150
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
3h 55m
£16–23
Drive 156 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Edinburgh bus Stationcar 156 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
4h 5m
£30–60
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
4h 15m
£31–57

Inverness to Edinburgh bus Station by train and foot

53Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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