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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Scotland is to bus which costs £8 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Inverness and arriving at Glasgow. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Inverness to Scotland?

The distance between Inverness and Scotland is 179 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £23 - £65.

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

The train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street takes 3h 38m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Scotland bus from?

Inverness to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Inverness station.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Scotland train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Scotland?

The best way to get from Inverness to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £23 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Inverness to Scotland bus arrive?

Inverness to Scotland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Inverness to Scotland train arrive?

Inverness to Scotland train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Scotland is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Inverness to Scotland.

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

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

Book your Inverness to Scotland bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
3h 38m
£23–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Inverness to Glasgowbus Uk093
3h 55m
£8–35
Drive 160.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Glasgowcar 160.6 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 57m
£28–117

Inverness to Scotland by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–65 and the journey takes 3h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Inverness to Glasgow every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Four other operators also service this route.

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