Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Glasgow to Inverness?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Glasgow to Inverness: FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

What are the best sights in Inverness?

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Inverness are: Inverness Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and River Ness Loch Ness, a famous freshwater loch known for its mythical monster and scenic beauty Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last battle on British soil with an informative visitor center Inverness Cathedral, a striking 19th-century cathedral with impressive architecture Clava Cairns, ancient burial cairns and standing stones dating back to the Bronze Age.

What are the best things to do in Inverness?

The best things to do in Inverness include: Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, discover the local history and art through diverse exhibits Eden Court Theatre, enjoy a variety of performances including theater, dance, and music in a modern venue Ness Islands, take a leisurely walk through the picturesque islands on the River Ness Caledonian Canal, enjoy a relaxing boat trip or a scenic walk along this historic waterway Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, explore the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of this tranquil reserve.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness depends on the bus company: FlixBus You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Glasgow to Inverness?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness: FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Glasgow to Inverness?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Glasgow to Inverness. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Inverness

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$43

Fastest journey

3 h 38 m

Average duration

3 h 38 m

Buses per day

Distance

179 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Inverness will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast buses

Of the 44 buses that leave Glasgow for Inverness on Mon, May 26, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, May 26 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .

On Mon, May 26 the slowest buses will take 3 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus · FlixBus

12:55PM8h00

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

08:55PMInverness, Bus Station

$351One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus · FlixBus

10:55AM5h55

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

04:50PMInverness, Bus Station

$351One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus · FlixBus

06:55AM8h00

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

02:55PMInverness, Bus Station

$351One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus · FlixBus

03:15PM4h05

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

07:20PMInverness, Bus Station

$371One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus · FlixBus

02:15PM5h05

Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station

07:20PMInverness, Bus Station

$371One-way

1 transfer

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Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Inverness

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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4h 47m Average duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 4m Average duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest
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Glasgow to Inverness bus times

Showing buses for today, Sunday, May 25

Last updated at 3:10 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus	5:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	7h05	12:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	5:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h55	9:50 AM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
	5:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	9:33 AM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	5:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	8h00	1:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
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FlixBus · FlixBus	6:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	6h05	12:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	6:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	10:33 AM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
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FlixBus · FlixBus	7:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	5h05	12:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	7:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	11:33 AM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	8:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h05	12:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	8:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	12:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	9:10 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h53	1:03 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	9:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	7h10	4:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h00	1:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	5h55	3:50 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	9:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	1:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	10:10 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h03	2:13 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	10:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	8h05	6:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	10:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	6h10	4:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	10:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	2:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	5h10	4:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	11:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	7h05	6:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	11:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	8h00	7:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	11:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	3:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:55 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h55	3:50 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	12:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h03	4:13 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	12:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h10	4:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	12:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	6h05	6:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	12:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	4:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	1:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h53	5:03 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	5h05	6:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	1:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	9h10	10:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	1:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	5:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	2:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h03	6:13 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h05	6:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	2:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	8h10	10:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	2:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	6:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	3:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h58	7:08 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	3:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h43	7:38 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h00	7:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	4:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h08	8:18 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	4:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	6h10	10:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
undefined · undefined	5:10 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h06	9:16 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus	5:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h45	10:25 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
	5:55 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	3h38	9:33 PM Inverness, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
undefined · undefined	6:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station	4h05	10:45 PM Inverness, Bus Station	1 transfer
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Inverness

United Kingdom

Buses from Glasgow to Inverness run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

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Distance

111 miles (179 km)

Average bus duration

4h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

$13 (€11)

Buses per day

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Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 38m

First bus

06:55

Last bus

19:30

Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, Bus and East Coast from Glasgow to Inverness

For as little as $20 (€17) you can travel by bus from Glasgow to Inverness with Megabus, Bus and East Coast. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Glasgow to Inverness bus information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 3 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: $76

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

ScotRail from Glasgow to Inverness bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $31
ScotRail frequency: 6 a day

Buses From Glasgow To Inverness

The bus service from Glasgow to Inverness is operated by National Express. The tour operator offers two departures each day. The first departure of the day leaves the station at 7:30 a.m. and the second departure leaves the station at 3:30 p.m. The journey takes approximately four hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for Buses from Glasgow to Inverness?

Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station: Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station is conveniently located a short walk from the city centre of Glasgow. Alternatively, cabs from the city centre are readily available.

Inverness Bus Station: Inverness Bus Station is located in the town centre, next to the train station and is, therefore, within a few minutes walking distance from the town. Buses and trains from and to the surrounding areas are also available from the train and bus station. cabs are also available from the bus station.

Taking the Bus from Glasgow

Buses for Inverness depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station which is within walking distance of the city centre and is served by the Buchanan Street Metro Station. Regular bus routes, including night bus services, are operated by Stagecoach First Scotland, among other providers, with routes across the town and out to surrounding areas. cabs are available at the bus station.

Getting into Inverness by Bus

Inverness is just to the South of the Scottish Highlands and on the banks of the River Ness. The city centre is small enough to explore on foot, with peaceful riverside areas and easy access to the surrounding countryside. This thriving city has a pretty pink and crenellated castle, giving it a fairy-tale appearance. The town has a long history as a trading port and links to the off-shore oil industry. Inverness Bus Station stands next to the train station in the town centre and is well-linked by frequent buses to all parts of the city. Stagecoach also operate routes to local villages, the Highlands of Scotland and to Stornaway on the Isle of Lewis. There is a cab rank at the bus station.

FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Inverness

FAQs: Take the bus from Glasgow to Inverness with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Inverness.

Cheap bus tickets from Glasgow to Inverness can start from as little as $13 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Glasgow to Inverness is $28 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Glasgow to Inverness bus travel time is 3 h 38 min for the 111 mile (179 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Glasgow to Inverness leaves at 6: 55AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Glasgow to Inverness leaves at 7: 30PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Glasgow to Inverness without having to change trains with Megabus or FlixBus. There are 10 direct buses from Glasgow to Inverness each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Glasgow to Inverness bus with Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach West Scotland, Stagecoach East Scotland, Scottish Citylink or Ember. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the journey between Glasgow and Inverness as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Inverness, Bus Station, located 0.2 miles (298 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Inverness from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 38 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow to Inverness by bus is August.

You have options as you can travel from Glasgow to Inverness 2 different ways: train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Glasgow to Inverness:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Glasgow to Inverness for bus company FlixBus.

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Inverness are:

Inverness Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and River Ness
Loch Ness, a famous freshwater loch known for its mythical monster and scenic beauty
Culloden Battlefield, the site of the last battle on British soil with an informative visitor center
Inverness Cathedral, a striking 19th-century cathedral with impressive architecture
Clava Cairns, ancient burial cairns and standing stones dating back to the Bronze Age.

The best things to do in Inverness include:

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, discover the local history and art through diverse exhibits
Eden Court Theatre, enjoy a variety of performances including theater, dance, and music in a modern venue
Ness Islands, take a leisurely walk through the picturesque islands on the River Ness
Caledonian Canal, enjoy a relaxing boat trip or a scenic walk along this historic waterway
Merkinch Local Nature Reserve, explore the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of this tranquil reserve.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness depends on the bus company:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Glasgow to Inverness.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Glasgow to Inverness:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Glasgow to Inverness. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Glasgow to Inverness with the following bus company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Glasgow to Inverness with the following bus company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Glasgow to Inverness with the following bus company: FlixBus.

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Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Inverness

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Inverness

The major bus station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station for your trip from Glasgow to Inverness.

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