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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo is to bus via Shandwick Place which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Edinburgh Zoo via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Inverness and Edinburgh Zoo is 187 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £24 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Train or bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £24 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Shandwick Place, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2556+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 22m
£24–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to George Streetbus Ember
4h 14m
£2–49
Bus via Shandwick Place
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
4h 4m
£24–39
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoocar 153.2 mi
2h 45m
£37–54

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Inverness to Edinburgh Zoo.

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–75 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Street hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 3 hours.

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