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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Lochend is to bus via Lochend Castle Barns which costs £10 - £35 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Lochend is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Lochend?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Lochend. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Sleigh Drive via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Lochend?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Lochend. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Foot of the Walk via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Inverness to Lochend?

The distance between Inverness and Lochend is 188 miles. The road distance is 158.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Lochend without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £26 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Inverness to Lochend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Lochend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Lochend train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Lochend?

The best way to get from Inverness to Lochend is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £26 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Inverness to Lochend bus arrive?

Inverness to Lochend bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Inverness to Lochend train arrive?

Inverness to Lochend train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Lochend?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Lochend is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Inverness to Lochend.

Where can I stay near Lochend?

There are 2509+ hotels available in Lochend.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
3h 41m
£26–77
Bus via Lochend Castle Barns
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
4h 28m
£11–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to George StreetE9
3h 53m
Drive 157.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Lochend157.8 mi
2h 59m
£40–58

Inverness to Lochend by train and tram

53Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.6 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Lochend, Edinburgh, 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 twice daily. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Union Street to George Street hourly, and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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