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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Inverness
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Inverness will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newcastle for Inverness every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 8 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 8 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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 Newcastle to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 322 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newcastle to Inverness bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Inverness coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:55 Newcastle | 8h30 | 22:25 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
| 02:45 Newcastle | 9h35 | 12:20 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03:05 Newcastle | 7h08 | 10:13 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:00 Newcastle | 8h20 | 12:20 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Inverness
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Buses from Newcastle to Inverness run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 20:10. The fastest coach covers the 322 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Newcastle to InvernessYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Inverness with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Inverness coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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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