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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £21 - £29 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Gateway and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Maybury Road and arriving at Inverness Union Street via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Gateway and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Gateway and arriving at Inverness via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh Gateway and Inverness is 158 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £5 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Edinburgh Airport station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £5 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £65 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Gateway and Inverness?

Inverness is 1h behind Edinburgh Gateway. It is currently 4:16 PM in Edinburgh Gateway and 3:16 PM in Inverness.

Where does the Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 523+ hotels available in Inverness.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Gateway 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
best
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
4h 37m
£6–51
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth
2. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 39m
£14–63
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Gateway to Invernesscar 152.6 mi
2h 43m
£38–54
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk094
5h 7m
£21–28

Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness by foot and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

Ember operates a bus from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness Union Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £1–45 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness via Perth in around 4h 39m.

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