The cheapest and fastest buses from Inverness to Aviemore
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Inverness to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Aviemore will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 5 buses that leave Inverness for Aviemore on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 40 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 43 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 45 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness to Aviemore
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Aviemore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Inverness to Aviemore Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Inverness to Aviemore bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Aviemore buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Inverness, Bus Station | 0h45 | 11:30 AM Aviemore, Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 0h45 | 2:05 PM Aviemore, Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 0h45 | 5:35 PM Aviemore, Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Aviemore
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 05:36 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Inverness to Aviemore start from as low as $9 (€7) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $11 (€9) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach North Scotland from Inverness to AviemoreYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Aviemore with Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach North Scotland for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Inverness to Aviemore

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Inverness, Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (298 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Aviemore, Train Station, located 0.6 miles (974 m) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Inverness to Aviemore, follow these tips:
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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