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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 28 m
Buses on 23 Sept
6
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 6 buses from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.
8:157h45Inverness16:00Edinburgh Airport£111One-way0 changes- 16:507h40Inverness0:30Edinburgh Airport£111One-way0 changes
- 15:203h40Inverness19:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 13:203h40Inverness17:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 8:503h40Inverness12:30Edinburgh Airport£131One-way0 changes
- 8:503h40Inverness12:30Edinburgh Airport£131One-way0 changes
- 13:203h40Inverness17:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 15:203h40Inverness19:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 12:203h40Inverness16:00Edinburgh Airport£151One-way0 changes
- 16:507h40Inverness0:30Edinburgh Airport£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport 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 4h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 178 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £347 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £57.
A coach is £331 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Coach takes on average 3h 53m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 3h 53m versus 2h 58m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
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
Inverness to Edinburgh Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h40 | 19:00 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 8h02 | 23:22 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 7h40 | 0:30 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h45 | 20:35 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h35 | 22:25 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| 8:15 Inverness | 7h45 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:50 Inverness | 3h40 | 12:30 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 Inverness | 3h40 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport
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Buses from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 15:50. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:20 |
Last bus 15:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Inverness to Edinburgh AirportYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Edinburgh Airport with FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Inverness to Edinburgh Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Edinburgh Airport
Most Inverness to Edinburgh Airport buses use the Inverness, Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Edinburgh Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Inverness, Bus Station from Inverness city centre
Inverness, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Inverness, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Inverness, Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness, Bus Station: Wheelchair access provided.
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