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

The cheapest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Balmoral Castle and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmoral Castle to Inverness station. However, there are services departing from Crathie and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 via Overgate and Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Balmoral Castle to Inverness?

The distance between Balmoral Castle and Inverness is 167 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 56m and costs £17 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness, including transfers.

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

Balmoral Castle to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Crathie station.

Where does the Balmoral Castle to Inverness bus arrive?

Balmoral Castle to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Balmoral Castle to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmoral Castle to Inverness is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Balmoral Castle to Inverness.

Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1213+ hotels available in Inverness.

Balmoral Castle to Inverness - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
4h 56m
£17–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Aberdeen Pittodriebus Ember
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
5h 51m
£2–61
Bus via Perth
1. Take the bus from Crathie to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093 / ...
5h 33m
£10–62
Drive 72.9 mi
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Invernesscar 72.9 mi
1h 36m
£18–26
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Balmoral Castle to Aviemoretaxi
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
2h
£117–148
Drive, train
1. Drive from Balmoral Castle to Car Parkcar
2. Take the train from Aviemore to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
3h 31m
£24–44

Balmoral Castle to Inverness by foot and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Balmoral Castle to Inverness.

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Balmoral Castle, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Balmoral Castle to Bus Station Stance 3 via Crathie, Dundee South Marketgait, Overgate, and Park and Ride in around 5h 33m.

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