What is the cheapest way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh is to bus via George Street which costs £18 - £25 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Iverness and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Iverness to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Seafield Road and arriving at Queensferry Street via Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Iverness and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Iverness to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Iverness to Edinburgh?

The distance between Iverness and Edinburgh is 161 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

How do I travel from Iverness to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £26 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Iverness to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Iverness to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iverness to Edinburgh bus from?

Iverness to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Iverness to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Iverness to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Iverness to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Iverness to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Iverness to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Iverness to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iverness to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Iverness to Edinburgh is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Iverness to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2813+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Iverness to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Iverness to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
4h 23m
£26–62
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
5h 2m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 24m
£42–122
Drive 156.1 mi
1. Drive from Iverness to Edinburghcar 156.1 mi
2h 58m
£39–56

Iverness to Edinburgh by bus

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Iverness, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 3h 57m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.

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