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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness is to bus via George Street which costs £16 - £23 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Inverness Union Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle 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 43m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Inverness is 187 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £150.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness takes 3h 43m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Edinburgh Castle to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via George Street, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Inverness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Inverness is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Edinburgh Castle to Inverness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
3h 55m
£50–150
Bus via George Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 4m
£16–23
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Invernesscar 155.8 mi
2h 58m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
4h 7m
£30–60

Edinburgh Castle to Inverness by foot and train

46Weekly Services

3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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