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How to get from Edinburgh to Inverness?

Planning to travel to Edinburgh from Inverness and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Edinburgh to Inverness, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Edinburgh and Inverness, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (East Coast, ScotRail, MegaBus, FlixBus or National Express), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Edinburgh to Inverness, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Inverness trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Inverness, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Inverness, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Inverness train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Edinburgh Inverness train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Edinburgh Inverness

Carpooling from Edinburgh to Inverness is perfect if you want to travel to Inverness in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Edinburgh or Inverness.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Edinburgh to Inverness transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Edinburgh Inverness Travel Information

Departure city
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Inverness
United Kingdom
Scotland
Distance
113 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling, train and bus
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Inverness easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Inverness easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Edinburgh and Inverness that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like East Coast, ScotRail, MegaBus, FlixBus or National Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Inverness with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Edinburgh and Inverness

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Price The price of bus tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Inverness (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Edinburgh and Inverness, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Edinburgh to Inverness are mostly much slower than trains to Inverness to cover the 113 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Edinburgh-Inverness buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Accessibility The train stations in Edinburgh or Inverness are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Speed Edinburgh to Inverness trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Edinburgh Inverness train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Edinburgh Inverness train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Flexible Carpooling from Edinburgh to Inverness is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Friendliness Carpooling from Edinburgh to Inverness is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Edinburgh Inverness trip. He is not always on time.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Inverness?

Edinburgh Departure Bus Stations

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Edinburgh Bus Station
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Departure stations in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley
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Haymarket (Edinburgh)
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Brunstane
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South Gyle
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Inverness arrival bus stations

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Inverness Arrival Stations

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Bus Edinburgh Inverness

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Edinburgh-Inverness varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Edinburgh-Inverness bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Edinburgh and Inverness usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Inverness for your travel date.

Buses between Edinburgh and Inverness usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Edinburgh-Inverness bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Edinburgh Inverness

MegaBus
MegaBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
National Express
National Express
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Trains Edinburgh Inverness

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Edinburgh to Inverness. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Inverness depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Inverness are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Trains between Edinburgh and Inverness are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Edinburgh to Inverness. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Edinburgh and Inverness.

Train companies between Edinburgh and Inverness

East Coast
East Coast
ScotRail
ScotRail
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Carpool Edinburgh Inverness

The average cost of a carpool ride from Edinburgh to Inverness depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Edinburgh-Inverness, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The duration of a carpool trip between Edinburgh and Inverness also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Edinburgh and Inverness, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

Carpooling platform Edinburgh Inverness

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