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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdeen to Inverness
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Inverness will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 5 buses that leave Aberdeen for Inverness every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberdeen to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 133 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Inverness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Inverness coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:30 Aberdeen | 4h50 | 10:20 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Aberdeen | 7h50 | 15:50 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 Aberdeen | 6h20 | 18:20 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Aberdeen | 4h48 | 19:38 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:30 Aberdeen | 5h55 | 22:25 Inverness | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to Inverness
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Buses from Aberdeen to Inverness run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:54, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 04:54 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Aberdeen to InvernessYou can travel by bus between Aberdeen to Inverness with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Inverness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Inverness by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Aberdeen, Guild Street, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Inverness, Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (298 m) away from the city centre.
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