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

The cheapest way to get from West Lothian to Inverness is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Lothian to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between West Lothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from West Lothian to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Uphall Alexander Street and arriving at Inverness Union Street via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between West Lothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from West Lothian to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Uphall and arriving at Inverness via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from West Lothian to Inverness?

The distance between West Lothian and Inverness is 160 miles. The road distance is 155.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Lothian to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from West Lothian to Inverness, including transfers.

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

West Lothian to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from West Lothian to Inverness?

The best way to get from West Lothian to Inverness is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the West Lothian to Inverness bus arrive?

West Lothian to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Where does the West Lothian to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Lothian to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between West Lothian to Inverness is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from West Lothian to Inverness.

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

Book your West Lothian to Inverness train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1413+ hotels available in Inverness.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 42m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
4h 53m
£65–159
Drive 154.6 mi
1. Drive from West Lothian to Invernesscar 154.6 mi
2h 54m
£38–55
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
5h 12m
£33–65

West Lothian to Inverness by bus

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between West Lothian, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness Union Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Haymarket to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 38m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily.

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