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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Forth is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £17 - £29 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Forth is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Forth?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Forth. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Kirk Green via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Inverness to Forth?

The distance between Inverness and Forth is 215 miles. The road distance is 167.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Forth without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Inverness to Forth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Forth bus from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Forth?

The best way to get from Inverness to Forth is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Inverness to Forth bus arrive?

Inverness to Forth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Forth?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Forth is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Inverness to Forth.

Where can I stay near Forth?

There are 285+ hotels available in Forth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Forth 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 Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
5h 38m
£59–155
Bus via Edinburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
7h 2m
£18–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Woodstock Streetbus 240X
6h 45m
Drive 166.7 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Forthcar 166.7 mi
3h 4m
£41–60
Train via Stirling
1. Take the train from Inverness to Stirlingtrain
2. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
6h 17m
£57–162

Inverness to Forth by train and bus

47Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Forth.

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Distance: 213.8 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Forth, South Lanarkshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 3h 17m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Kirk Green via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street in around 6h 45m.

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