M96 - The scenic route between Aberdeen to Inverness

Whether you're commuting, sightseeing or nipping to see friends or family, ourM96 service offers a seamless journey between Aberdeen, Inverness and everywhere in between.

Plus with our Bluebird Explorer DayRider ticket, you can hop on and off as much as you please! Why not start your day in Aberdeen, go for brunch in Keith, do a bit of shopping in Elgin, take in the river views with a lovely walk in Nairn then end your day in Inverness – all for just £21.30.

Our modern, comfortable coaches run up to every hour,so you can travel when it suits you. Why try these “new names” on the road when our M96 is fully tried, tested and local through and through?

Why Choose the M96?

Direct & Frequent Service: With up to hourly departures daily, the M96 ensures you can travel when it suits you – morning, afternoon, or evening.

Comfortable Coaches: Enjoy spacious seating, onboard Wi-Fi, and a smooth ride through some of Scotland’s most picturesque towns and countryside.

Key Stops Along the Way: Travel through key destinations including Elgin, Forres, Nairn, Keith and Huntly with convenient connections to local attractions, shops, and transport hubs. 
Click here for the full: M96 Timetable

Affordable Travel: Great value fares – plus contactless payment options for added ease. Find the ticket that suits you below.

Eco-friendly: We're also added 6 brand new electric coaches to the route!

🎟 Get the ticket that suits you

We have a range of ticket options to match your travel plans;

FREE  bus travel for young people under 22 in Scotland!

Keep your cash and ride for free with your under 22 free travel pass. Tap your Young Scot NEC card and tell your driver where you want to go. Save money on a family trip to Inverness or a day shopping in Aberdeen!

Your free bus pass gives you total freedom to travel whenever and where ever you like. 

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Explore more with your FREE over 60s bus pass!

Get ready to embrace freedom like never before! Whether you're saving on your weekend trip to Inverness for some local sightseeing or treating yourself to a nice lunch in Aberdeen.

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Buy Before You Board

Using the Stagecoach Bus App is the easiest way to buy your bus ticket. Simply download, pick your ticket and scan when you get on the bus!

📍 Live Bus Tracking – See exactly where your bus is on our live map
🧭 Plan Your Journey – Just enter your details in the ‘Plan a Journey’ section
🎟️ Mobile Tickets – Buy and store your tickets digitally – no more paper
🚏 Find Your Nearest Stop – Quickly locate stops near you