Edinburgh to Inverness by train + bus
This route from Edinburgh to Inverness is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 5h 31m in total, run by ScotRail, Airport shuttle bus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 3h 35m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €46
- Total journey
- 5h 31m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- ScotRail, Airport shuttle bus
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The journey, step by step
- 1Edinburgh to DyceScotRail2h 30m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Dyce - 2Dyce to ForresScotRail1h 28m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Forres - 3Forres to Inverness AirportAirport shuttle bus50m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Train covers Edinburgh to Forres. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €10Omio catalogue, Oct 10 | 3h 35mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€10Omio catalogue, Oct 103h 35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Edinburgh to Inverness by train: common questions
How long does Edinburgh to Inverness take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 5h 31m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The best price in our latest check was €46. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Edinburgh to Inverness?
ScotRail, Airport shuttle bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 3h 35m. It is cheaper too, at €13.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Edinburgh Inverness train
- Edinburgh to Inverness by train
- train ticket Edinburgh to Inverness
- how long is the train from Edinburgh to Inverness