✈ Bus and Coach Inverness - Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Which bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Scottish Citylink. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

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Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Scottish Citylink	4h 59m	16:10	Inverness	Coach Station	21:09	Edinburgh Airport	Edinburgh Airport		Basic	£46	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 16:10:00 to Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 21:09:00. 50 Basic ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 59m
	Scottish Citylink	5h 15m	18:30	Inverness	Coach Station	23:45	Edinburgh Airport	Edinburgh Airport		Basic	£53	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 18:30:00 to Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport via Edinburgh, you can save more than £29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  4h 43m
  
  0
  
  13:20
  
  Inverness
  Coach Station
  
  17:25
  
  Edinburgh
  St Andrew Square
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £12
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Inverness (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 13:20:00 to St Andrew Square, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 17:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
- Distribusion
  
  0h 33m
  
  0
  
  17:30
  
  Edinburgh
  Central bus station
  
  18:03
  
  Edinburgh Airport
  Edinburgh Airport
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from Distribusion goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 26/12/2025 17:30:00 to Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 26/12/2025 18:03:00. 50 Basic ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 33m
Travel Time is 0h 16m shorter, and you will save £29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is £14 on 10/01/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

All facts for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Scottish Citylink that travel daily 2 times by bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport in one click. Book your Inverness to Edinburgh Airport bus ticket starting from £14!

Cheapest Bus	£14
Fastest Bus	4h 59m
Earliest Coach	16:10
Latest Coach	18:30
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	177.8 km
Coach Companies	Scottish Citylink

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Inverness for Edinburgh Airport. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 20/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

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Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

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Saturday 20/12

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Monday 22/12

£15

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

£46

Saturday 27/12

£28

Sunday 28/12

Monday 29/12

£17

Tuesday 30/12

Wednesday 31/12

Thursday 01/01

£53

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Sunday 04/01

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Saturday 10/01

£14

Sunday 11/01

How to save money travelling from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Inverness and Edinburgh Airport

Here is a map with all coach stations in Inverness and Edinburgh Airport. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Coach Station

Margaret St

Raigmore Hospital

Montague Row

UHI

University of Highlands and Islands

Edinburgh Airport

175 Jubilee Rd

Edinburgh Airport - Hotel Bus Station

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Inverness to Edinburgh Airport bus

How much does a Inverness - Edinburgh Airport coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Inverness - Edinburgh Airportroute is available from £14 and takes 4h 59m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport?

The connection Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £53. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Inverness - Edinburgh Airport route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Edinburgh Airport from Inverness take?

The quickest transfer from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 4h 59m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £46. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport?

The earliest bus to Edinburgh Airport departs from Inverness at 16:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport?

The latest bus to Edinburgh Airport departs from Inverness at 18:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Inverness - Edinburgh Airport route?

Passengers looking to travel from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport can travel with Scottish Citylink. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Edinburgh Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Inverness and Edinburgh Airport by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: Scottish Citylink.

What can I take with me on the bus to Edinburgh Airport from Inverness?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Inverness Edinburgh Airport bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Inverness Edinburgh Airport bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from Inverness to Edinburgh Airport on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Inverness to Edinburgh Airport

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

More bus routes to Inverness and to Edinburgh Airport

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Inverness and to Edinburgh Airport. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!