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

The cheapest way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to bus which costs £10 - £40 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Midlothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Midlothian to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Arniston Engine and arriving at Union Street via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Midlothian and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Midlothian to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Gorebridge and arriving at Inverness via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Midlothian to Inverness?

The distance between Midlothian and Inverness is 171 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Midlothian to Inverness without a car is to line 29 bus and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Midlothian to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Inverness bus from?

Midlothian to Inverness bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, depart from Arniston Engine station.

Where do I catch the Midlothian to Inverness train from?

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

Train or bus from Midlothian to Inverness?

The best way to get from Midlothian to Inverness is to line 29 bus and bus which takes 4h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £85 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Midlothian to Inverness bus arrive?

Midlothian to Inverness bus services, operated by Lothian Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Midlothian to Inverness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Midlothian to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Midlothian to Inverness is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Midlothian to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Midlothian to Inverness - 4 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 29 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Arniston Engine to Princes StreetN3 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
4h 54m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk094
5h 11m
£11–40
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to InvernessEdinburgh - Inverness
5h 12m
£12–83
Drive 167.7 mi
1. Drive from Midlothian to Inverness167.7 mi
3h 5m
£43–61

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Arniston Engine to Union Street via Princes Street and George Street in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness 5 times a day. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Two other operators also service this route.

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