Bus from Inverness to Aberdeen: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Inverness to Aberdeen on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MegabusBus
    Inverness Bus Station Stance 3
    Aberdeen Bus StationCheapest
    MegabusBus
      Farraline Park Bus Station
      Aberdeen Bus StationFastest
      MegabusBus
        Farraline Park Bus Station
        Aberdeen Bus StationNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        Farraline Park Bus Station
        Aberdeen Bus StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          Farraline Park Bus Station
          Aberdeen Bus StationNo tags

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          Compare 2 ways to travel from Inverness to Aberdeen

          We recommend taking the train

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 2 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          14train per day
          2h 13mAverage duration
          78 milesDistance
          3kgCO₂ emissions
          Average price£10 - £39Average duration5h 20m
          3kg CO₂e
          Average price£14 - £70Average duration2h 13m
          3kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Inverness to Aberdeen

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Inverness to Aberdeen start from £10. The average price for this route is around £16. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            The average bus journey time from Inverness to Aberdeen is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 83 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 23m and is operated by Megabus UK.

          3. Which bus companies service the Inverness to Aberdeen route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            The earliest bus departs from Inverness to Aberdeen at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            A bus journey from Inverness to Aberdeen produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Inverness to Aberdeen?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          26/11
          £14
          27/11
          £14
          Today
          £14
          29/11
          £14
          30/11
          £14
          01/12
          £12
          02/12
          £12
          03/12
          £12
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Inverness to Aberdeen was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Inverness to Aberdeen as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from £12 to £37 for a bus ticket from Inverness to Aberdeen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-03.

          Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          What's the cheapest way to go from Inverness to Aberdeen?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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