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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Ratho is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Ratho is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Ratho?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Inverness Union Street and arriving at Ratho Canal Centre via Edinburgh Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Ratho?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Ratho. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Edinburgh Gateway via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Inverness to Ratho?

The distance between Inverness and Ratho is 158 miles. The road distance is 154.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Ratho without a car is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £19 - £29.

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

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Ratho bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Inverness to Ratho train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Ratho?

The best way to get from Inverness to Ratho is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Inverness to Ratho bus arrive?

Inverness to Ratho bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Edinburgh Airport station.

Where does the Inverness to Ratho train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Ratho?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Ratho is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Inverness to Ratho.

Where can I stay near Ratho?

There are 2959+ hotels available in Ratho.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
4h 4m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain Perth - Edinburgh
5h 2m
£59–140
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Rathocar 153.6 mi
2h 49m
£38–54
Bus via Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ridebus M90
4h 6m
£31–56

Inverness to Ratho by bus

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Ember operates a bus from Inverness Union Street to Edinburgh Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverness to Craigpark Avenue via Perth, Edinburgh Gateway, and Gyle Roundabout in around 5h 2m.

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