The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Inverness
- Cheapest price on Nov 14
- €25
- Average ticket price on Nov 14
- €47
- Fastest journey on Nov 14
- 2 h 34 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 14
- 2 h 49 m
- Trains on Nov 14
- 17
- Distance
- 136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Inverness will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 17 trains from Dundee to Inverness, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
C14638 · L873224:44 PM 3h46 Dundee station (DEE) 8:30 PM Inverness station (INV) €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
C14794 · L872751:59 PM 3h03 Dundee station (DEE) 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
C14646 · L873298:46 PM 3h27 Dundee station (DEE) 12:13 AM Inverness station (INV) €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
C14645 · L873276:52 PM 3h45 Dundee station (DEE) 10:37 PM Inverness station (INV) €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
L88046 · C1469512:15 PM 3h14 Dundee station (DEE) 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
L88058 · C146833:52 PM 2h34 Dundee station (DEE) 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
C14795 · L872752:14 PM 2h48 Dundee station (DEE) 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
L88034 · C146779:15 AM 2h52 Dundee station (DEE) 12:07 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
L88073 · L872817:47 PM 2h55 Dundee station (DEE) 10:42 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
C14799+
G802305:07 PM 2h58 Dundee station (DEE) 8:05 PM Inverness station (INV) €50 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Inverness
Trains from Dundee to Inverness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 8:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Live departures
Dundee to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Inverness trains for today, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L88050 · L87274 | On time 1:59 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h03 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, November 14 | |||||
L88777 | 5:45 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h51 | 9:36 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88026 · C14675 | 7:12 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h17 | 10:29 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
L88034 · C14677 | 9:15 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 2h52 | 12:07 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
C14788 · C14679 | 10:20 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h05 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
C14629 · L87301 | 10:40 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h31 | 2:11 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
C14790 · C14682 | 11:14 AM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h01 | 2:15 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
L88046 · C14695 | 12:15 PM Dundee station (DEE) | 3h14 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Inverness
Most Dundee to Inverness trains use the Dundee to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dundee station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Dundee from Dundee city centre
Dundee train station facilities and services
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. 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 Dundee: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: 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 Ticket Office, 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: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Dundee 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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