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Global Bus Hire

Inverness Airport (INV) sits about 13 km from the city centre, so most groups flying into the Highlands need a reliable way to cover that last stretch together. Global Bus Hire arranges private minibuses and coaches with professional drivers, so your whole party travels as one, with luggage, on a schedule built around your flights.

Not every journey starts at the terminal. We also plan transfers linking Inverness railway station, Inverness Bus Station and Nigg pier with hotels, venues and onward connections, sized to your group from 8 seats up to 70.

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How Our Inverness Airport Transfers Work

Every transfer is private to your group. You tell us the arrival or departure details, passenger numbers and how much luggage you are bringing, and we put together a tailored quote for a vehicle and driver that fit the job. There is no shared shuttle and no waiting for other passengers.

Airport transfers in Inverness tend to involve more than a single run. A conference group might land at INV on one flight, collect colleagues from Inverness railway station, then head out again on departure day. We can plan all of these legs as one booking, so the timings and pick-up points are agreed in advance.

Booking follows four simple steps: share your requirements, get a tailored quote, confirm and schedule, then relax and ride in comfort. You can contact us through the website or on WhatsApp to get started.

Vehicles for Every Group Size

Our fleet runs from an 8 seater minibus for small families or executive teams through 16 seater minibuses, a 25 seater midi coach and 29 and 33 seater coaches, up to full-size 49, 57 and 70 seater coaches. Double deckers are also available for larger events.

Luggage is often the deciding factor on airport runs. Skis, golf bags or bulky cases can mean a larger vehicle than the headcount alone suggests, so let us know what you are carrying and we will recommend the right option when we quote.

Use the table below to match your group to a vehicle. If you are unsure, or have a lot of luggage, ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your transfer.

VehicleSeats
8 seater minibus8
16 seater minibus16
25 seater midi coach25
29 seater coach29
33 seater coach33
49 seater coach49
57 seater coach57
70 seater coach70
Double deckerAsk for details

Inverness Airport, Rail and Sea Connections

Inverness Airport (IATA code INV) lies about 13 km from the city centre. Our drivers can collect your group at the airport and take you directly to your accommodation, venue or meeting point, or bring you back for departure.

Inverness railway station and Inverness Bus Station are both about 0.2 km from the centre, which makes them natural meeting points for groups arriving from elsewhere in the UK. We can combine a station pick-up with an airport collection so everyone arrives together.

For groups arriving or leaving by sea, Nigg pier is about 27 km from Inverness. We can arrange transfers between the pier and the city, the airport or the railway station, timed to suit your arrival.

Who Uses Our Inverness Transfers

  • Wedding guests at Highland castles: Guests flying into Inverness Airport can be taken straight to venues such as Castle Stuart or Aldourie Castle, each about 9-10 km from the city centre, and returned for flights home.
  • Visiting sports teams: Squads and supporters heading to Caledonian Stadium, about 2 km from the centre, can be collected from the airport or railway station with kit and luggage in one vehicle.
  • Sea arrivals at Nigg pier: Groups landing at Nigg pier can transfer to Inverness, the railway station or the airport, with the option of adding stops at sights such as Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre.
  • University and student groups: Visiting academics and student parties travelling to the University of the Highlands & Islands, about 1 km from the centre, can be met at INV or Inverness station.
  • Theatre and touring groups: Performers and audience groups visiting Eden Court can be moved between the airport, their hotel and the venue on one schedule.
  • Heritage tour groups: Tour parties can go from the airport to Inverness Castle, Balnuaran of Clava or Culloden before checking in, making the most of arrival day.

Why Book with Global Bus Hire

  • Professional drivers: Every vehicle comes with a professional driver, so your group can focus on the trip rather than directions or parking.
  • Tailored quotes: Each quote is built around your flight times, pick-up points, group size and luggage, rather than a fixed package.
  • A vehicle for any group size: From an 8 seater minibus to a 70 seater coach or a double decker, we can match the vehicle to your party.
  • Multi-leg planning: Airport, railway station and Nigg pier transfers can be combined into one booking with agreed timings.
  • Group transport worldwide: If your trip continues beyond Inverness, or starts elsewhere, we can arrange group transport for the other legs too.
  • Easy to reach: Send your requirements through our website or on WhatsApp and we will come back with a quote.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Inverness Airport from the city centre?

Inverness Airport (INV) is about 13 km from the centre of Inverness in a straight line. The actual route and journey depend on your pick-up and drop-off points, which we plan when you book.

Can you collect our group from Inverness railway station as well as the airport?

Yes. Inverness railway station is about 0.2 km from the centre, and we can include station pick-ups alongside airport collections in the same booking so your whole group travels together.

Do you offer transfers from Nigg pier?

Yes. Nigg pier is about 27 km from Inverness, and we can arrange transfers from there to the city, the airport or the railway station. Share your arrival details and we will quote for it.

Which vehicle size do we need for our airport transfer?

It depends on passenger numbers and luggage. Our fleet ranges from 8 and 16 seater minibuses to coaches of 25, 29, 33, 49, 57 and 70 seats, plus double deckers. Tell us your numbers and luggage and we will recommend the right option.

Can we add a sightseeing stop on the way from the airport?

Often, yes. Groups sometimes add stops at places such as Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre or Inverness Castle. Whether it works depends on your timings, so include it in your request and we will build it into your quote.

How much do airport transfers in Inverness cost?

Prices depend on your group size, vehicle, dates, timings and route, so every booking is quoted individually. Send us your requirements for a tailored quote.

How do I book?

Share your requirements, get a tailored quote, confirm and schedule, then relax and ride in comfort. You can start through our contact page or on WhatsApp.

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