The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Aviemore
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €10
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €19
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 36 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 43 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Aviemore will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Inverness to Aviemore, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 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.

7:55 AM 0h36 Inverness 8:31 AM Aviemore €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:48 PM 0h45 Inverness 1:33 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
11:48 AM 0h45 Inverness 12:33 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:22 PM 0h45 Inverness 9:07 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:25 PM 0h42 Inverness 6:07 PM Aviemore €22 1 One-way 0 transfers

7:55 AM 0h36 Inverness 8:31 AM Aviemore €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:25 PM 0h42 Inverness 6:07 PM Aviemore €22 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:48 PM 0h45 Inverness 1:33 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:22 PM 0h45 Inverness 9:07 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
11:48 AM 0h45 Inverness 12:33 PM Aviemore €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Aviemore
Trains from Inverness to Aviemore run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 33m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Inverness to Aviemore train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Aviemore trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 AM Inverness | 0h40 | 9:20 AM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Aviemore
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Aviemore 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 Aviemore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Aviemore
Most Inverness to Aviemore trains use the Inverness to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Aviemore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Aviemore leave from?
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.
Which Aviemore station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Aviemore from Aviemore city centre
Aviemore train station facilities and services
Aviemore 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, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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