People travelling to and from the Highlands have just two weeks left to help shape proposals for a new long distance Park and Ride facility in or near Inverness.

The Highland Council says early responses to its public consultation are already providing valuable insight into what people want from any future scheme, with affordability, convenience and reliable onward travel emerging as key priorities.

The consultation, which remains open until 31 July, is seeking views from anyone who regularly travels between the Highlands and the Central Belt, regardless of where they live.

Feedback received so far shows there is no clear consensus on where a Park and Ride site should be located, although several areas have attracted support.

Some respondents favour a location south of Inverness close to the A9, while others believe sites around the Longman, Kessock Bridge or north of the city would provide the greatest benefit.

Alternative suggestions have also included Tore, North Kessock and locations closer to Inverness Airport, with some people arguing that more than one Park and Ride site should eventually be developed.

Beyond location, respondents have highlighted the importance of keeping parking affordable and ensuring fast, reliable connections into Inverness city centre, Inverness Railway Station, Inverness Bus Station, Raigmore Hospital and Inverness Airport.

Many people have also stressed that any future facility should be safe, secure and accessible, with suggestions including CCTV, shelters, toilets, electric vehicle charging points, cycle parking and accessible parking spaces.

Avoiding additional traffic congestion and ensuring dependable bus and rail services have also featured prominently in the responses received so far.

The Highland Council says the feedback gathered through the consultation will help determine whether a long distance Park and Ride facility could improve transport links and make journeys to and from the Highlands easier in the future.

The online survey takes around 10 minutes to complete and is available through the council’s engagement platform until midnight on Friday 31 July.

The consultation is open until midnight on 31 July 2026

The council is encouraging anyone with an interest in the proposals to take part before the consultation closes, with the results helping to shape the next stage of the project.