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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Adelphi and arriving at Union Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Inverness. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Inverness?

The distance between Aberdeen and Inverness is 107 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £16 - £45.

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

The train from Aberdeen to Inverness takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Inverness bus from?

Aberdeen to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Adelphi station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Inverness?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £16 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Inverness bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Inverness is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Aberdeen to Inverness.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Aberdeen to Inverness - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Aberdeen to Inverness by train, bus, or car

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Aberdeen to Inverness by bus

531Weekly Buses

3h 11mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Inverness.

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Distance: 106.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Inverness hourly. Tickets cost £16–45 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Adelphi to Union Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 11m. Stagecoach North Scotland also services this route every 30 minutes.

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