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Three ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Inverness

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Inverness

Cheapest
2 h 49 min
Car
248 km.
from $13
Other
3 h 48 min
Bus
181 km.
from €13.74
2 h 49 min
Rideshare
248 km.
from $9.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$26.58–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$120.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to bus which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Inverness Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Inverness. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh and Inverness is 298 km. The road distance is 250 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 .

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness takes 3h 44m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Inverness bus from?

Edinburgh to Inverness bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Inverness train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 3h 48m. There are no good options to fly between Edinburgh to Inverness.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Inverness bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Inverness Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Inverness is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Inverness.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Inverness train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?

Book your Edinburgh to Inverness bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Inverness. Prices start at $27.88 per night.
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