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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Livingston is to bus via Livingston Ladywell which costs £16 - £25 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Livingston is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Deer Park via Ingliston Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Livingston?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Livingston North via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Inverness to Livingston?

The distance between Inverness and Livingston is 199 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Livingston without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Inverness to Livingston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Livingston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Livingston train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Livingston?

The best way to get from Inverness to Livingston is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Inverness to Livingston bus arrive?

Inverness to Livingston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ingliston Park & Ride station.

Where does the Inverness to Livingston train arrive?

Inverness to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Livingston?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Livingston is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Inverness to Livingston.

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

Book your Inverness to Livingston train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Inverness to Livingston?

Book your Inverness to Livingston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Livingston?

There are 2660+ hotels available in Livingston.

Inverness to Livingston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromInverness to Livingston

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 50m
£67–124
Bus via Livingston Ladywell
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 31m
£16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ingliston Park & Ridebus Uk094
4h 10m
£19–29
Drive 156 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Livingstoncar 156 mi
2h 55m
£40–57

Inverness to Livingston by train

48Weekly Trains

3h 50mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Inverness to Livingston.

Launch map view

Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ingliston Park & Ride hourly. Tickets cost £18–27 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.