Bus Tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness

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TodayAug 10
from US$24
TomorrowAug 11
from US$19
TueAug 12
from US$18
WedAug 13
from US$17
ThuAug 14
from US$17
FriAug 15
from US$19
SatAug 16
from US$19
SunAug 17
from US$18

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Inverness
    Destination location: Farraline Park Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Edinburgh Airport
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Inverness
    Destination location: Farraline Park Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Inverness
    Destination location: Farraline Park Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Inverness
    Destination location: Farraline Park Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: Inverness
    Destination location: Farraline Park Bus Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Inverness

Train
Average PriceUS$22 - US$193Average Duration3h 44m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$18 - US$21Average Duration3h
8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Edinburgh to Inverness

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
3hAverage Duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Inverness

  1. What is the distance between Edinburgh and Inverness?

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

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Edinburgh to Inverness?

    Buses departing from Bus Station in Edinburgh will take you to Farraline Park Bus Station in Inverness.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-08
US$20
08-09
US$20
Today
US$20
08-11
US$15
08-12
US$14
08-13
US$14
08-14
US$13
08-15
US$15
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Inverness was searched and found on Aug 14, 2025 with a price of US$13

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

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$63 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13 which is on 2025-08-14.

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 travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness.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 Edinburgh to Inverness, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Edinburgh to Inverness that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

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!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Edinburgh by bus?

Bus from Edinburgh to Inverness

You can also go to Inverness by train

Train from Edinburgh to Inverness

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