The Highlands Council has officially released its very first fully electric bus onto the roads in Inverness.
The new vehicle, which seats 46 passengers, is both fully electric and wheelchair accessible, and will serve a number of roles around the city, including home‑to‑school transport, public bus routes, and internal school hires.
Additionally, the Council has announced the launch of a new 5 GBP City Day Rider ticket, which will be available from Monday 6 April. The ticket will allow passengers to take unlimited trips across all routes operated by Highland Council buses within the city.
The new ticket will be available for purchase either from bus drivers or via the MyTrip app.
Paul Reid, the Council’s Chief Officer for Facilities and Fleet Management said:The introduction of the new electric coach marks a significant milestone in the Council’s wider transition toward low‑carbon transport. By replacing traditional diesel vehicles, the electric coach is expected to reduce carbon emissions, cut fuel costs, and improve the passenger experience with quieter and smoother journeys.
The new electric bus and our £5 day ticket deal marks a strong step forward in improving public transport, delivering greener journeys, better value, and enhanced accessibility for communities across the city.
Passengers riding on council-run will now be able to utilise the new 2 GBP cap on single fares, which was introduced in Highland on 23 March as part of a national 12-month pilot.
