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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Nairn is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Nairn is to train which takes 19 min and costs £6 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Nairn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Falcon Sq and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Nairn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Nairn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Inverness to Nairn?

The distance between Inverness and Nairn is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Nairn without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs £6 - £17.

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

The train from Inverness to Nairn takes 19 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Nairn bus from?

Inverness to Nairn bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Falcon Sq station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Nairn train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Nairn?

The best way to get from Inverness to Nairn is to train which takes 19 min and costs £6 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Inverness to Nairn bus arrive?

Inverness to Nairn bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Nairn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Nairn?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Nairn is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Inverness to Nairn.

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

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Where can I stay near Nairn?

There are 839+ hotels available in Nairn.

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

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

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Inverness to Nairn by bus

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Nairn hourly. Tickets cost £6–17 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach North Scotland operates a bus from Falcon Sq to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 39 min. Ember also services this route hourly.

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