What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to Alness?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Alness is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to Alness?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Alness is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Alness?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stance 2 station and arriving at Library. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Alness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Alness. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Inverness to Alness?

The distance between Inverness and Alness is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.4 miles.

How do I travel from Inverness to Alness without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to Alness without a car is to bus which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Inverness to Alness?

The bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Library takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Alness bus from?

Inverness to Alness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station Stance 2.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Alness train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Alness?

The best way to get from Inverness to Alness is to bus which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Inverness to Alness bus arrive?

Inverness to Alness bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Library station.

Where does the Inverness to Alness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Alness?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Alness is 20 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Inverness to Alness.

How do I get a train ticket from Inverness to Alness?

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Where can I stay near Alness?

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Inverness to Alness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Alness by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Inverness to Alness by bus

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Distance: 21 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Alness, Scotland?

Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 2 to Library every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 38 min. Ember also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Alness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 48 min.

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