What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to West Lothian?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to West Lothian is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to West Lothian?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to West Lothian is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and West Lothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Livingston Deer Park via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and West Lothian?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Uphall via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Inverness to West Lothian?

The distance between Inverness and West Lothian is 197 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

How do I travel from Inverness to West Lothian without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to West Lothian without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Inverness to West Lothian?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Inverness to West Lothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to West Lothian bus from?

Inverness to West Lothian bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to West Lothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to West Lothian?

The best way to get from Inverness to West Lothian is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Inverness to West Lothian bus arrive?

Inverness to West Lothian bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Edinburgh Airport station.

Where does the Inverness to West Lothian train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to West Lothian is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Inverness to West Lothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Inverness to West Lothian?

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Where can I stay near West Lothian?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 45m
£66–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 13m
£16–25
Drive 154.9 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to West Lothiancar 154.9 mi
2h 54m
£39–57
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
4h 59m
£26–60

Inverness to West Lothian by train

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Distance: 195.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and West Lothian, 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, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airport every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–21 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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