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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Dundee is to bus which costs £17 - £28 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Dundee is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Dundee South Marketgait via Perth South Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Dundee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Dundee. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Inverness to Dundee?

The distance between Inverness and Dundee is 138 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Dundee without a car is to train via Perth which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Inverness to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dundee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dundee train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Dundee?

The best way to get from Inverness to Dundee is to train via Perth which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Inverness to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness to Dundee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Dundee is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Inverness to Dundee.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Inverness to Dundee?

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Inverness to Dundee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Dundee by train, bus, or car

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Train via Perth
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 6m
£39–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Perth South Street to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
3h 42m
£17–27
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Dundeecar 125.8 mi
2h 30m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Dundeetrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 30m
£75–140
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Perth stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from South Street to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
4h 12m
£17–24

Inverness to Dundee by train

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Dundee South Marketgait via Bus Station and Perth South Street in around 3h 42m.

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