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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £8 - £35 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley 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 Waverley 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 Waverley to Inverness?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Inverness is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £22 - £80.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness takes 3h 44m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £22 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £50 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Waverley and Inverness?

Inverness is 1h behind Edinburgh Waverley. It is currently 6:57 PM in Edinburgh Waverley and 5:57 PM in Inverness.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley 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 44m
£22–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from George Street to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
3h 56m
£1–50
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Invernesscar 155.8 mi
2h 52m
£38–55
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
4h 7m
£8–35

Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Inverness Union Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £1–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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