4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Buses per day
5
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Inverness for Edinburgh Airport 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 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 3 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 coach and train for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Edinburgh Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport coaches for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h45 | 16:30 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h50 | 16:35 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h50 | 14:35 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h45 | 16:35 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h40 | 18:30 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h40 | 18:30 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h59 | 19:19 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h40 | 17:00 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h40 | 19:00 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 8h02 | 23:22 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h40 | 19:00 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 6h05 | 22:55 Newbridge, Glasgow Rd / Lochend Rd | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 7h40 | 00:30 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h45 | 20:35 Ingliston, Park & Ride | 1 change | |
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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 16 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:20, the last at 16:50. The fastest coach covers the 178 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 178 km |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 07:20 |
Last bus 16:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Park's of Hamilton from Inverness to Edinburgh AirportYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Edinburgh Airport with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink, Park's of Hamilton for as low as £8. 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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