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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Livingston is to bus which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 7m.

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 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Livingston?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Livingston. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Livingston Ladywell via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

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 - £160.

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 Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

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 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Inverness to Livingston bus arrive?

Inverness to Livingston bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Edinburgh Airport 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?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 50m
£69–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 7m
£17–25
Drive 156 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Livingstoncar 156 mi
2h 55m
£38–55
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
4h 50m
£32–63

Inverness to Livingston by train

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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 £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 3h 24m.

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