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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to bus and line 73 bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Queen Street via Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Carnoustie?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Carnoustie via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Inverness to Carnoustie?

The distance between Inverness and Carnoustie is 169 miles. The road distance is 134.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £72 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Inverness to Carnoustie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carnoustie bus from?

Inverness to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Inverness Union Street station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carnoustie train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Carnoustie?

The best way to get from Inverness to Carnoustie is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £72 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs £9 - £65 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Inverness to Carnoustie bus arrive?

Inverness to Carnoustie bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Perth station.

Where does the Inverness to Carnoustie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Carnoustie?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Carnoustie is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Inverness to Carnoustie.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnoustie?

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Inverness to Carnoustie - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 73 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Carnoustie by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Arbroathtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 41m
£72–74
Bus, line 73 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
4h 13m
£9–60
Drive 133.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Carnoustiecar 133.3 mi
2h 46m
£33–47
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Carnoustietrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
4h 3m
£14–93
Bus, line 73 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sugarhouse Wynd to Queen Streetbus 73B / ...
4h 13m
£15–33

Inverness to Carnoustie by train and bus

6Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Arbroath 6 times a week. Tickets cost £71 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Queen Street via Perth station, Bus Station, and Sugarhouse Wynd in around 4h 13m.

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