🚌 Bus from Inverness to Edinburgh
4 direct routes · about 217 min · first bus 00:42, last bus 23:00 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E9 | Ember | ~217 min | 11 | 00:42 | 23:00 | Union Street (Stop D) |
| M90 | Scottish Citylink | ~223 min | 10 | 07:25 | 20:25 | Bus Station Stance 3 (Stance) |
| M90 | Park's of Hamilton | ~218 min | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Bus Station Stance 3 (Stance) |
| M91 | Park's of Hamilton | ~248 min | 1 | 17:00 | 17:00 | Bus Station Stance 3 (Stance) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Inverness 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 Inverness to Edinburgh?
4 routes run directly from Inverness to Edinburgh: the E9 (Ember), the M90 (Scottish Citylink), the M90 (Park's of Hamilton), the M91 (Park's of Hamilton).
How long does the bus take from Inverness to Edinburgh?
Around 217 minutes on the E9, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the E9) leaves around 00:42 and the last around 23:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Inverness to Edinburgh?
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.