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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Inverness
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 14 trains that leave Edinburgh for Inverness on Fri, Aug 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 21 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Fri, Aug 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
C14639 · L873233:30 PM5h00Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:30 PMInverness station (INV)€371One-way1 transfer
G802284:33 PM3h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:08 PMInverness station (INV)€391One-way0 transfers- C146788:38 AM3h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:07 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
- L872741:32 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
- L87695 · C146841:37 PM4h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way1 transfer
- C146788:38 AM3h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:07 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
- L872741:32 PM3h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
- G802284:33 PM3h35Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:08 PMInverness station (INV)€391One-way0 transfers
- L8727110:33 AM3h43Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:16 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
- C146877:34 PM3h45Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:19 PMInverness station (INV)€741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €180.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€53 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €419 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Inverness trains for today, Thursday, August 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80228 | Delayed 5:29 PM 4:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h35 | 8:32 PM 8:32 PMInverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87729 · L87282 | On time 6:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h01 | 10:42 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| C14687 | On time 7:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h45 | 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 21 | |||||
| W83042 · C14674 | 5:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h56 | 10:29 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| L87648 · C14674 | 6:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h53 | 10:29 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| C14678 | 8:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h29 | 12:07 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87668 · C14680 | 9:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h46 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| L87271 | 10:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h43 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87682 · C14694 | 11:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h54 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| L87274 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h30 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87695 · C14684 | 1:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h49 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| L87703 · C14684 | 2:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h45 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| C14639 · L87323 | 3:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h00 | 8:30 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 transfer | |
| G80228 | 4:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h35 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C14686 | 5:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h50 | 9:23 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Inverness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Inverness trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Inverness from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Inverness
Most Edinburgh to Inverness trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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: 2, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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.
Which Inverness station do trains from Edinburgh 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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