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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle

Composite routes from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle

Cheapest
2 h 53 min
Car
251 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Station
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$8.23–$11.39

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Aviemore Train Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Station
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Station
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Train operators

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle is to bus via Aviemore which costs $22.83 - $32.61 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stance 3 station and arriving at Queensferry Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Inverness and Edinburgh Castle is 299 km. The road distance is 251.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 .

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

The train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Inverness to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Edinburgh Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs $59.78 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Inverness to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Station.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Edinburgh Castle is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Castle.

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

Book your Inverness to Edinburgh Castle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Inverness to Edinburgh Castle bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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