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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Inverness
Cheapest price on Oct 16
€385
Average ticket price on Oct 16
€392
Fastest journey on Oct 16
10 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
10 h 23 m
Trains on Oct 16
3
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Inverness will cost around €392 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €385.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 3 trains from Cardiff to Inverness, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 670 km distance in an average of 10 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 10 h 30 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.
12:54 PM10h25Cardiff11:19 PMInverness€3851One-way0 transfers- 10:53 AM10h30Cardiff9:23 PMInverness€3951One-way0 transfers
9:53 AM10h15Cardiff8:08 PMInverness€3961One-way0 transfers
- 9:53 AM10h15Cardiff8:08 PMInverness€3961One-way0 transfers
- 12:54 PM10h25Cardiff11:19 PMInverness€3851One-way0 transfers
- 10:53 AM10h30Cardiff9:23 PMInverness€3951One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €129 but you can travel from only €71 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 670 km distance in 9h 7m.
Distance 670 km |
Average train duration 9h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €129 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 7m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 2:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Cardiff to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Inverness trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:49 AM Cardiff | 10h19 | 8:08 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:54 AM Cardiff | 10h25 | 10:19 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Cardiff to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Inverness by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cardiff to Inverness
Most Cardiff to Inverness trains use the Cardiff Central to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Inverness station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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