The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Dingwall
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Dingwall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dingwall will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Edinburgh for Dingwall on Tue, Feb 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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 bus and train for Edinburgh to Dingwall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dingwall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 198 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Dingwall bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dingwall buses for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 5h25 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 9h20 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 5:00 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 8h10 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:09 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 6h11 | 7:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:11 PM Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 6h44 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 6h20 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:10 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h10 | 7:20 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Edinburgh, Bus Station | 4h40 | 8:55 PM Inverness, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
![]() | 7:10 AM Edinburgh | 6h10 | 1:20 PM Dingwall | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Dingwall
Buses from Edinburgh to Dingwall run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 198 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 20:15 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to DingwallYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Dingwall with Megabus, FlixBus, Scottish Citylink for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Scottish Citylink
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Dingwall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dingwall by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dingwall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Edinburgh to Dingwall
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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