How can I travel from Elgin to Inverness without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach Inverness. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Inverness from Elgin by bus?

Traveling from Elgin to Inverness takes about 1h 13m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 1h 12m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles (58 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Elgin to Inverness?

Elgin and Inverness are 36 miles (58 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Elgin to Inverness?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. $23 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Inverness from Elgin.

How much are the bus tickets from Elgin to Inverness?

The bus ticket costs $23 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $23 and $23, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Elgin to Inverness?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Elgin to Inverness. The round-trip travel time is around 2h 24m. So you'll have enough time to visit Inverness before returning to Elgin in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Inverness?

Once in Inverness, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Inverness Castle Garrison Encounter, Culloden Moor Visitor Centre, Fort George, Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness.

Elgin to Inverness Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Elgin to Inverness.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $23	Average Duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$27 - $36	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Elgin to Inverness

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

45mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Elgin to Inverness: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration1h 13m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure9:10am

Distance36 miles (57 km)

Latest bus departure11:35pm

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Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 4164 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $23.00

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Elgin to Inverness Bus

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How can I travel from Elgin to Inverness without a car?
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What is the travel distance from Elgin to Inverness?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Elgin to Inverness?
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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 13m	Avg Price$23	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time45m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures10

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Bus from Elgin to Inverness

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Train from Elgin to Inverness

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