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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Colne is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £30 - £80 and takes 12h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Colne is to drive which takes 5h 59m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Colne. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Colne Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Colne. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Colne via Haymarket and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Inverness to Colne?

The distance between Inverness and Colne is 404 miles. The road distance is 335.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Colne without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 16m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Inverness to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Colne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Inverness to Colne?

The best way to get from Inverness to Colne is to train via Edinburgh which takes 8h 16m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £150 - £240 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Inverness to Colne bus arrive?

Inverness to Colne bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Colne is 335 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Inverness to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

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Inverness to Colne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Inverness to Colne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Colne
8h 16m
£48–157
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh Bus Stationmegabus M90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station183 / ...
12h 24m
£33–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
10h 11m
Drive 333.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Colne333.3 mi
5h 59m
£83–119
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)INV - LBA
7h 39m
£152–231
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to PrestonInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to ColnePreston - Colne / ...
9h 21m
£76–98
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Colne
6h 4m
£109–270
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburn
4. Take the train from Blackburn to Colne
8h 28m
£103–253

Inverness to Colne by train

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8h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 401.5 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Colne, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Colne via Haymarket and Preston in around 8h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Colne Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 11m.

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