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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Haymarket. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The distance between Inverness and Edinburgh is 186 miles. The road distance is 156.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £150.

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

The train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley takes 3h 23m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £26 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Inverness to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Haymarket station.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Edinburgh is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Inverness to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Edinburgh 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 Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 23m
£35–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Haymarketbus Ember
3h 45m
£15–26
Drive 155.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Edinburghcar 155.5 mi
2h 51m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus Stationbus Uk093 / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 25m
£22–63

Inverness to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Haymarket hourly. Tickets cost £16–23 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Three other operators also service this route.

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