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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Lanark is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Lanark is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Lanark via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Inverness to Lanark?

The distance between Inverness and Lanark is 209 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Inverness to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Lanark?

The best way to get from Inverness to Lanark is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Inverness to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness to Lanark train arrive?

Inverness to Lanark train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Lanark is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Inverness to Lanark.

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

There are 311+ hotels available in Lanark.

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

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

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 Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
4h 47m
£91–162
Drive 170.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Inverness to Lanarkcar 170.4 mi
3h 19m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
5h 27m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain
5h 40m
£99–197
Bus via Bus Station Stance 3
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
5h 41m

Inverness to Lanark by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

£91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.6 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Lanark via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Inverness Union Street to Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 27m.

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