🚌 Bus from Edinburgh to Inverness
5 direct routes · about 243 min · first bus 02:13, last bus 23:06 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E9 | Ember | ~243 min | 11 | 02:13 | 23:06 | George Street (The Dome) (Stop GM) |
| M90 | Scottish Citylink | ~245 min | 10 | 07:15 | 18:15 | Bus Station (Gate F-Stance 12) |
| UK094 | FlixBus | ~250 min | 3 | 06:40 | 15:10 | Bus Station (Gate H-Stance 14) |
| M90 | Park's of Hamilton | ~240 min | 1 | 11:15 | 11:15 | Bus Station (Gate F-Stance 12) |
| M91 | Park's of Hamilton | ~260 min | 1 | 09:15 | 09:15 | Bus Station (Gate F-Stance 12) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Edinburgh on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Edinburgh to Inverness?
5 routes run directly from Edinburgh to Inverness: the E9 (Ember), the M90 (Scottish Citylink), the UK094 (FlixBus), the M90 (Park's of Hamilton), the M91 (Park's of Hamilton).
How long does the bus take from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Around 243 minutes on the E9, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Edinburgh to Inverness?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E9) leaves around 02:13 and the last around 23:06. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.