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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Inverness
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€113
Average price
€166
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
487 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Inverness will cost around €166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €113.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Inverness on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 11 h 8 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.
11:21AM7h46
Sheffield07:07PMInverness
€1131One-way
0 transfers
10:41AM8h26
Sheffield07:07PMInverness
€1241One-way
0 transfers
04:54AM11h08
Sheffield04:02PMInverness
€2611One-way
0 transfers
11:21AM7h46
Sheffield07:07PMInverness
€1131One-way
0 transfers
10:41AM8h26
Sheffield07:07PMInverness
€1241One-way
0 transfers
04:54AM11h08
Sheffield04:02PMInverness
€2611One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sheffield to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €147.
Distance: 487 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€153 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Inverness train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:34 PM
Last updated at 7:34 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:54 AM Sheffield | 11h08 | 4:02 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:41 AM Sheffield | 8h26 | 7:07 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:21 AM Sheffield | 7h46 | 7:07 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €28
Distance 487 km |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 44m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 16:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €28
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Sheffield to Inverness trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Inverness from €28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 46m
Cheapest Price
€64
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 41m
Cheapest Price
€278
Cross Country frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Inverness
FAQs: Travel by train from Sheffield to Inverness easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Sheffield to Inverness.
Cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Inverness can start from as little as €60 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sheffield to Inverness is €212; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Sheffield to Inverness train time is 7 h 30 min covering the 487 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Sheffield to Inverness leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Sheffield to Inverness leaves at 21: 14.
There are 5 trains a day from Sheffield to Inverness which require at least one change with CrossCountry or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Sheffield to Inverness train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry or LNER. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Sheffield to Inverness to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 14.
The cheapest month to travel from Sheffield to Inverness by train is November.
You have options as you can travel to Inverness from Sheffield 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Inverness
Sheffield
Inverness
The major train station for departures in Sheffield is Meadowhall. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Meadowhall for your trip from Sheffield to Inverness.
Meadowhall
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Meadowhall
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParking
Dining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Sheffield
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
The major train station for arrivals in Inverness is Inverness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness for your journey to Inverness from Sheffield.
Inverness
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transit options for Inverness
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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