The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Inverness
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€171
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€171
Fastest journey on Sep 18
7 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Inverness will cost around €171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €171.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Inverness without transferring at least 2 times.
W33941+
C14617+
G80216+
P2422910:22 AM9h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:39 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
L87274+
W85177+
G896399:39 AM7h23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way2 transfers
C14694+
W85174+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:13 AM7h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:29 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way2 transfers
C01369+
L87274+
W85177+
G862419:45 AM7h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
W33912+
C14684+
G89643+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:39 AM7h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
C14694+
W85174+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street8:13 AM7h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)3:29 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way2 transfers
C01369+
L87274+
W85177+
G862419:45 AM7h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
L87274+
W85177+
G896399:39 AM7h23Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way2 transfers
W33912+
C14684+
G89643+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street10:39 AM7h47Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
W33941+
C14617+
G80216+
P2422910:22 AM9h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:39 PMInverness station (INV)€1711One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Liverpool to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €79 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €79, while a train costs an average of €79.
Distance: 459 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€79 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 1m Average total duration Fastest 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Other travel options to Inverness take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 31m.
Bus takes on average 11h 10m.
Live departures
Liverpool to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85174+ C14694+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h16 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 transfers | |
P24221+ W34144+ C14635 · L87313 | 8:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 10h00 | 6:22 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 transfers | |
G89639+ W85177+ L87274 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h23 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 transfers | |
G86241+ C01369+ W85177+ L87274 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h17 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 transfers | |
P24229+ W33941+ G80216+ C14617 | 10:22 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 9h17 | 7:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 transfers | |
G89643+ W33912+ C14684+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 7h47 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Inverness
Trains from Liverpool to Inverness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 16:26. The fastest train covers the 459 km distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 459 km |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 4:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Inverness trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Inverness from €48. 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 Liverpool to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Inverness
Most Liverpool to Inverness trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, 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 Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, 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: No.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway 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 Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Liverpool 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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