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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to line 29 bus and bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Midlothian to Inverness station. However, there are services departing from Shank Bridge and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Inverness via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Midlothian to Inverness?

The distance between Midlothian and Inverness is 172 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs £29 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Midlothian to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Inverness bus from?

Midlothian to Inverness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Midlothian to Inverness?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Midlothian to Inverness bus arrive?

Midlothian to Inverness bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the Midlothian to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Inverness is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Midlothian to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Midlothian to Inverness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 29 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
5h 10m
£29–67
Line 29 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminus to Frederick Streetbus 29
2. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
6h 31m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
5h 11m
£44–127
Drive 167.7 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Invernesscar 167.7 mi
3h 9m
£42–61

Midlothian to Inverness by bus

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3 hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 4h. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route.

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