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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Midlothian is to bus which costs £25 - £35 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Midlothian is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Burnbrae Terminus via Shandwick Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Inverness to Midlothian?

The distance between Inverness and Midlothian is 198 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Inverness to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Midlothian bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Midlothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Inverness to Midlothian is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Inverness to Midlothian bus arrive?

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

Where does the Inverness to Midlothian train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Midlothian is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Inverness to Midlothian.

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

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Where can I stay near Midlothian?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
4h 16m
£31–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry StreetM90
4h 55m
£25–34
Drive 167.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Midlothian167.8 mi
3h 4m
£42–61
Bus via Shank Bridge
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
5h 25m
£27–37

Inverness to Midlothian by train

64Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. 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 4 times a day.

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