Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£20

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£21

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

4 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

5 h 6 m

Buses on 19 Sept

26

Distance

133 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.

Fast coaches

To travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:008h00
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    17:00Inverness, Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:305h30
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    17:00Inverness, Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    15:005h55
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    20:55Inverness, Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:309h25
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    20:55Inverness, Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:306h15
    Aberdeen, Guild Street
    10:45Inverness, Bus Station
    £201One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 133 km

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Driving

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

£59

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is a coach with an average price of £16.

This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV):

A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) costing on average £34.

The fastest way to travel from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 16m.

Other travel options to Inverness station (INV) take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Inverness station (INV) including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £43. The journey takes 4h 41m versus 2h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h15
10:45 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus4:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
8h50
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h20
10:50 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h15
10:45 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h50
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
9h10
15:10 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h50
10:50 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h50
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus7:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h50
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h20
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
9h00
17:00 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h10
15:10 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus8:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
4h50
13:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
8h00
17:00 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h10
15:10 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:55 Aberdeen, Guild Street
9h25
19:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:55 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h15
15:10 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h30
17:00 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
9h25
20:55 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h50
19:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
6h50
19:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
7h25
20:55 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h50
19:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h20
19:20 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h55
20:55 Inverness, Bus Station1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street
5h25
20:55 Inverness, Bus Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)

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Buses from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) run on average 23 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 14:30. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 4h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
133 km
Average bus duration
4h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
23
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
4:30
Last bus
14:30
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)You can travel by bus between Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) with FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£9
FlixBus frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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FAQs: Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) 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 station (INV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is 4h 35m to travel the 133 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) leaves at 14:30.
There are 23 coaches a day from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV), you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Inverness station (INV). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Inverness station (INV) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Inverness station (INV) from Aberdeen station (ABD) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aberdeen station (ABD) and Inverness station (INV) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV):
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV):
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV):
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) with the following coach company: FlixBus.

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