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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Leith is to bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Leith is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Leith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stance 3 station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Leith?

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 Leith?

The distance between Inverness and Leith is 186 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Leith without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Leith bus from?

Inverness to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Leith?

The best way to get from Inverness to Leith is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 4h.

Where does the Inverness to Leith bus arrive?

Inverness to Leith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Leith is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Inverness to Leith.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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There are 3 ways to get from Inverness to Leith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
3h 23m
£40–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk094
4h
£24–60
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Leithcar 157.2 mi
3h 1m
£40–58

Inverness to Leith by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 4h. Three other operators also service this route.

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