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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Dunbar is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Dunbar is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at High Street via West Maitland Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Inverness to Dunbar?

The distance between Inverness and Dunbar is 215 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £28 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Inverness to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Inverness to Dunbar is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £28 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Inverness to Dunbar bus arrive?

Inverness to Dunbar bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Haymarket Station.

Where does the Inverness to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Dunbar is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Inverness to Dunbar.

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

Book your Inverness to Dunbar train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 191+ hotels available in Dunbar.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Dunbar 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 Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DunbarEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 23m
£28–88
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Haymarket StationE9
2. Take the bus from West Maitland Street to High StreetX7 / ...
4h 57m
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Dunbar184.7 mi
3h 32m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry StreetM90
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to High StreetX7 / ...
5h 20m
£28–39

Inverness to Dunbar by train

64Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to High Street via Haymarket Station and West Maitland Street in around 4h 57m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.