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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Inverness
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
21 h 55 m
Average duration
21 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Inverness will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Inverness every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 670 km distance in an average of 21 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 21 h 55 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 Cardiff to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £120.
Distance: 670 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£84 Average Price Cheapest | £345 Average Price |
18h 0m Average total duration 17h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration Fastest 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Inverness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Inverness coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:15 Cardiff | 21h05 | 13:20 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 Cardiff | 21h55 | 15:10 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Inverness
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Buses from Cardiff to Inverness run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:15, the last at 18:10. The fastest coach covers the 670 km distance in 21h 0m.
Distance 670 km |
Average bus duration 17h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 21h 0m |
First bus 04:15 |
Last bus 18:10 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cardiff to InvernessYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Inverness with FlixBus for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Inverness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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