- Distance (approx.)140 miles
- Driving time (approx.)3 hours
- One way from£410
Inverness is the gateway to the Highlands. Groups book it for Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, weddings in the Highlands, and as the first leg of a longer tour. The drive up the A9 through Perthshire and the Cairngorms is about 140 miles and takes about 3 hours, with more time needed in winter weather.
Prices from
| Vehicle | Large cases | One way | Same-day return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Seater Minibus6 large cases | 6 | from £410 | from £435 |
| 16 Seater Minibus12 large cases | 12 | from £550 | from £585 |
| 24 Seater Minibus16 large cases | 16 | from £735 | from £770 |
| 33 Seater Midi Coach25 large cases | 25 | from £725 | from £765 |
| 53 Seater Coach50 large cases | 50 | from £940 | from £980 |
These are "from" prices for Edinburgh to Inverness with a weekday daytime pick-up, worked out from our current rates and updated automatically when they change. The exact price depends on your date, time, group size and exact addresses, and the booking form shows it before you pay. Same-day return prices allow for the driver waiting about 3 hours at Inverness.
Pick-up tips
This is a long day for a group, so plan for a comfort stop on the way, often around Pitlochry or Aviemore. If you are staying in the Highlands for a few nights, book the outward and return journeys separately or choose daily hire so the driver and vehicle stay with you.
Luggage and vehicle sizes
Tour groups usually bring a large case each. A 16-seat minibus takes about 12 large cases and a 33-seat midi coach about 25. Check that your luggage fits when you book, as there is little room to squeeze extra bags in on a trip this long.
Distances and driving times on this page are approximate road estimates. Traffic, roadworks and your exact addresses change them.
Questions about this trip
Can you do a tour of the Highlands over several days?
Yes. Choose daily hire in the booking form. Longer tours are checked by our team, who will email you a confirmed price before you pay.
Is a same-day return to Inverness realistic?
It is a long day for a group. The prices on this page allow for a wait of about three hours. Many groups prefer to stay overnight and book two one-way journeys.
Do you stop on the way?
Yes. The driver will take a break on a journey this long, and you can add planned stops in the booking form.
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