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Edinburgh to Inverness train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness, starting from DKK 179.23 and averaging DKK 530.5. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 22m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Tue, Sep 9
From DKK 207.23
Wed, Sep 10
From DKK 179.23
Thu, Sep 11
From DKK 499.76
Fri, Sep 12
From DKK 200.77
Sat, Sep 13
From DKK 499.76
Sun, Sep 14
From DKK 227.48
Mon, Sep 15
From DKK 186.98

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:33 3h 50m, Direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	21:23 Inverness	Find Tickets
18:53 3h 50m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	22:43 Inverness	Find Tickets
19:34 3h 45m, Direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	23:19 Inverness	Find Tickets
21:00 11h 26m, No direct Edinburgh Airport (By Bus or Tram)	08:26 +1 Inverness	Find Tickets
21:29 10h 57m, No direct Edinburgh (Waverley)	08:26 +1 Inverness	Find Tickets
23:10 10h 26m, No direct Edinburgh Gateway	09:36 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Inverness train route details

First train

06:48

Last train

23:10

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Inverness

Journey time

3h 22m

Distance

182 km

Price

DKK 179.23*

Train Operators

ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Inverness for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Inverness ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Inverness train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Edinburgh to Inverness from DKK 179.23

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Edinburgh to Inverness train prices and times

Edinburgh to Inverness train route details