How to get to Inverness from Hamilton

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Compare coach for Hamilton to Inverness

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hamilton to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £485.

Distance: 191 km

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Compare ways to travel from Hamilton to Inverness

Compare the available ways to get from Hamilton to Inverness, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hamilton to Inverness is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamilton to Inverness:

A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamilton to Inverness costing on average £76.

A coach is £468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamilton to Inverness costing on average £485.

The fastest way to travel from Hamilton to Inverness is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Inverness take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 55m.

Flight takes on average 5h 5m.

Yes, you can take a coach between Hamilton and Inverness.

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Best day trips from Inverness by train

The most popular day trips by train from Inverness are Aviemore, Nairn, Elgin, Keith and Fort William. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Inverness on Omio.

A view of Aviemore

Day trip from Inverness to Aviemore by train

Why visit Aviemore for the day?

Aviemore is a Highland town in the Cairngorms National Park, known for mountain scenery and outdoor activities. Its modern resort character makes it a base for walking, cycling and winter snowsports.

A view of Elgin

Day trip from Inverness to Elgin by train

Why visit Elgin for the day?

Elgin is the historic centre of Moray, best known for the ruins of Elgin Cathedral and its links to Scotch whisky. Its compact centre, old stone buildings and nearby countryside give it a calm north-east Scottish character.

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FAQs: Hamilton to Inverness

Travel to Inverness easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamilton to Inverness.

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You can travel between Hamilton and Inverness by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamilton to Inverness is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Hamilton to Inverness:

A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamilton to Inverness costing on average £76.

A coach is £468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamilton to Inverness costing on average £485.

The fastest way to travel from Hamilton to Inverness is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Inverness take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 55m.

Flight takes on average 5h 5m.

The Hamilton to Inverness distance is approximately 191 km.
The average frequency per day from Hamilton to Inverness is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamilton and Inverness as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamilton to Inverness:
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Inverness Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) and arrive in Inverness, Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chatelherault (CTE) and arrive in Inverness station (INV).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamilton to Inverness, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, Loganair, BA Cityflyer to go to Inverness by flight.
  • Travel with Scotrail to go to Inverness by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Inverness by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Hamilton to Inverness often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, Manchester, Aberdeen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Inverness and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Hamilton to Inverness, you can take a coach.
In Inverness, you can explore local history and art at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, enjoy performances at Eden Court Theatre, and take a scenic walk through Ness Islands. Discover the historic Caledonian Canal by boat or on foot, and explore the natural beauty of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Visit best sights like Inverness Castle for panoramic views, the famous Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield with its visitor centre, the impressive Inverness Cathedral, and the ancient Clava Cairns.
Three to four days in Inverness is ideal for exploring the city's highlights, including the historic Inverness Castle, the picturesque River Ness, and nearby attractions like Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield.

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