The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
5 h 13 m
Buses on 24 Sept
3
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness station (INV) 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 station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 3 buses from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 178 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.
7:508h10Inverness station (INV)16:00Edinburgh Airport£111One-way0 changes
9:453h50Inverness station (INV)13:35Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
13:203h40Inverness station (INV)17:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
13:203h40Inverness station (INV)17:00Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
9:453h50Inverness station (INV)13:35Edinburgh Airport£121One-way0 changes
7:508h10Inverness station (INV)16:00Edinburgh Airport£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 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 £18, while a flight costs an average of £471.
Distance: 178 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £471 Average Price | £63 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £63.
A coach is £453 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £471.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Coach takes on average 3h 54m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 3h 54m versus 2h 53m 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 station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 Inverness station (INV) | 7h45 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:20 Inverness station (INV) | 3h40 | 17:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
![]() | 7:50 Inverness station (INV) | 8h10 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport
Buses from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 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 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:20 |
Last bus 15:50 |
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Bus providers: FlixBus from Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh AirportYou can travel by bus between Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport with FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Inverness station (INV) to Edinburgh Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) 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.

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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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