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 which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 2m.

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 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Union Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

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 44m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Inverness is 160 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 bus via George Street which takes 3h 41m and costs .

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

The bus from George Street to Union Street takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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 bus via George Street which takes 3h 41m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £80 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Inverness bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at 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 52m 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?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Inverness.

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 bus, train, or car

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

Bus via George Street
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
3h 41m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
3h 56m
£23–80
Drive 155.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness155.7 mi
2h 52m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3M90
4h 2m
£23–35

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Castle to Inverness.

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Union Street every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 3h 27m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route.

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