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Inverness to The Scottish Borders

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

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 Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

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 Inverness Bus Station to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Surgeons' Hall to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.96–$9.49
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$8.86

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$63.29–$303.79

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$531.63

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$151.89–$531.63

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
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Galashiels
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$25.32
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders is to bus via A7 Boleside Hail & Ride which costs $28.26 - $39.13 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Galashiels Transport Interchange via Shandwick Place and Surgeons' Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Inverness and The Scottish Borders is 350 km. The road distance is 314.7 km.

How do I travel from Inverness to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to The Scottish Borders bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to The Scottish Borders train from?

Inverness to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Inverness to The Scottish Borders is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Inverness to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

Inverness to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Inverness to The Scottish Borders train arrive?

Inverness to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to The Scottish Borders is 315 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Inverness to The Scottish Borders.

How do I get a train ticket from Inverness to The Scottish Borders?

Book your Inverness to The Scottish Borders train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

There are 316+ hotels available in The Scottish Borders. Prices start at $75.10 per night.
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