How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness start from $16. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Inverness is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Inverness route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Inverness?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Inverness at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Inverness?

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Inverness generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Inverness?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Inverness?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Inverness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Inverness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Edinburgh to Inverness from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:10pm	Bus Station	4h 10m	7:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 40m	1:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	7h 10m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h	11:15am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	9h 5m	4:50pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Bus Station	4h 10m	1:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 40m	1:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	7h 10m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h 20m	11:35am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	9h 5m	4:50pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:10am	Bus Station	4h 10m	1:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 40m	1:20pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	4h 15m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h	11:15am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	8h 20m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	8:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 35m	11:15am	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	4h 15m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h	11:15am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	8h 20m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:05am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 45m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 35m	11:15am	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	4h 15m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h	11:15am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	8h 20m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	7h 10m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 35m	11:15am	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	4h 15m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h	11:15am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	8h 20m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:15pm	Bus Station	4h 40m	8:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	3h 35m	11:15am	Farraline Park Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	4h 15m	10:50am	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	4h 20m	11:35am	Inverness Bus Station Stance 3	No tags
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	8h 20m	2:55pm	Farraline Park Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Inverness

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

181 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $68	Average Duration4h 45m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $260	Average Duration3h 44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $25	Average Duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Inverness?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Inverness

A
Farraline Park Bus Station
Margaret Street, Inverness IV1, UK
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the bus and praising the driver's helpfulness in ensuring a smooth transfer at Perth. The overall service has been described as excellent, with encouragement to maintain these high standards.

Flixbus Edinburgh Inverness recent customer reviews

Excesses en unpuncuality. Notice of punctuality 20 minutes before departure time

Miguel S.

August 1, 2025

Everything was fine except that the bus from Edinburgh was delayed 45 min, and we missed the bus from Perth. We waited 1 hr, then the driver on the bus that finally came would not let us on due to "unscannable" tickets. (Of course, they were for the previous ride) Luckily he made a call to someone and finally let us on. Glad it wasn't raining at Perth. The busdriver had quite low communication skills (he was a native Scot)

Kaja S. M.

July 2, 2025

The bus was very comfortable and the driver made sure we transferred to the right bus at Perth.

Ian R.

May 22, 2025

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Customers generally appreciate the clean and comfortable buses that run on time, with friendly staff providing great service at reasonable prices. However, some users mentioned issues such as overly cold air conditioning and difficulties finding the toilet light. Additionally, there were concerns about cleanliness during late evening trips and unexpected price changes when booking online.

Megabus Edinburgh Inverness recent customer reviews

Die Fahrt war ok. Pünktlich. Fahrer gut. Der Bus für die Rückfahrt (am späten Abend) war verdreckt. Viele Passagiere haben leider keinen Anstand. Und der Fahrer ist der Meinung, dass er keine Putzfrau ist. Es würde sicher helfen, beim Ein-/Ausstieg einen grossen Abfallsack aufzustellen !!! Während dem Buchen via Internet hat sich der Preis verändert. Am Schluss habe ich das Doppelte bezahlt als in der Werbung angegeben wurde.

Stefan G.

June 24, 2024

Bus was outrageously hot and driver could not do anything about it as heating was turned down as low as it would go apparently,in that case the heating system has a fault and needs service/rectification,aldo lighting that was extremely bright and in your face ,really not a pleasant experience after travelling all day from Africa and being on the wrong end of flight delays and missed trains etc,

Lee D.

May 12, 2024

The bus was late, the driver had to ask passengers for directions out of Edinburgh, and the toilet had no water in any way. We arrived an hour late in Inveness

Maria B.

April 17, 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness start from $16. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Inverness is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 179 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Inverness route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Inverness at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Inverness?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Inverness generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-26

$23

11-27

$23

Today

$27

11-29

$25

11-30

$27

12-01

$23

12-02

$22

12-03

$17

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Inverness was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $17

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 $17 to $62 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 $17 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Megabus UK 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.