How can I travel from Inverness to Edinburgh without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are convenient and sustainable ways to reach Edinburgh. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Edinburgh from Inverness by bus?

Traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh takes about 4h 15m on average, although the fastest bus will take 3h 35m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 113 miles (182 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Inverness to Edinburgh?

Inverness and Edinburgh are 113 miles (182 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The majority of buses traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh start their journey at Farraline Park Bus Station and wind up at Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $10.

How much are the bus tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The bus ticket costs $20 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $10 and $39, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Edinburgh Castle, Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, Scottish Seabird Centre, Princes Street Gardens and The Edinburgh Dungeon.

Inverness to Edinburgh Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

from $18

TomorrowApr 27

from $18

MonApr 28

from $13

TueApr 29

from $13

WedApr 30

from $13

ThuMay 1

from $13

FriMay 2

from $16

SatMay 3

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 9:10am
Departure city: Inverness
Departure location: Farraline Park Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 1:15pm
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Inverness
Departure location: Farraline Park Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:35pm
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 35m
Departure time: April 27 at 6:10am
Departure city: Inverness
Departure location: Farraline Park Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 9:59am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 49m
Departure time: April 27 at 7:20am
Departure city: Inverness
Departure location: Farraline Park Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:30am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 10m
Departure time: April 27 at 7:35am
Departure city: Inverness
Departure location: Farraline Park Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:29am
Destination city: Edinburgh
Destination location: Bus Station
Operated by: Megabus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 54m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Inverness to Edinburgh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $39	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$22 - $192	Average Duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $30	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Inverness to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Inverness to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$20

Average bus trip duration4h 15m

Number of daily buses51

Earliest bus departure6:10am

Distance113 miles (181 km)

Latest bus departure8:15pm

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Megabus UK

3.5/54,161 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Customers have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting its punctuality and reliability. They appreciated the professional drivers, clean and comfortable buses, as well as amenities like USB chargers. Some users mentioned that a break during the journey would be beneficial. Overall, travelers found it to be a great value for money experience.

Megabus Inverness Edinburgh recent customer reviews

Really nice bus driver, although seats are really tight and the heating was at 36 degrees the whole journey. Deeply uncomfortable journey…..wish I had taken the train….

Sarah C.

November 23, 2024

Great driver. 100% on time at all stops. Loved the cordless phone charger & USB backs of seats!

David A.

June 8, 2024

We tried to ask the driver multiple times if they could turn the air conditioner down so it wasn’t so cold. People had multiple jackets on because the air was SOOO cold. Please instruct drivers to listen to passengers when they say that it is freezing in the bus.

Matthew E.

July 18, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/58,404 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

Inverness to Edinburgh Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Inverness and Edinburgh?

Stops in Inverness

A - Farraline Park Bus Station

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Bus Station

B - Edinburgh Airport

C - Haymarket

D - 23 The Mound

E - Princes Street

F - St. Andrew Square

Frequently asked questions for your trip Inverness - Edinburgh

How can I travel from Inverness to Edinburgh without a car?
How long does it take to get to Edinburgh from Inverness by bus?
What is the travel distance from Inverness to Edinburgh?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Inverness to Edinburgh?
How much are the bus tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh?
What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/24

$16

04/25

$18

Today

$18

04/27

$18

04/28

$13

04/29

$13

04/30

$13

05/01

$13

The cheapest trip from Inverness to Edinburgh was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $39 for a bus ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually MEGB will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Inverness to Edinburgh, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Inverness to Edinburgh will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Inverness to Edinburgh.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 15m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures51
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 51m	Avg Price$84	Daily Departures25
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 30m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Inverness by bus?

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Bus Inverness to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Inverness and Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Inverness - Edinburgh

How can I travel from Inverness to Edinburgh without a car?

How long does it take to get to Edinburgh from Inverness by bus?

What is the travel distance from Inverness to Edinburgh?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?

What is the most affordable way to travel from Inverness to Edinburgh?

How much are the bus tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh?

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Inverness to Edinburgh?

Will you be returning to Inverness by bus?

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Why choose Busbud?

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