The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Inverness
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- Kč 719
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- Kč 1,622
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 3 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 3 h 20 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 14
- Distance
- 179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Inverness will cost around Kč 1,622 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only Kč 719.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 14 trains from Glasgow to Inverness, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
L872827:07 PM 3h35 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 10:42 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 719 1 One-way 0 changes
C14613 · C146877:37 PM 3h42 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 719 1 One-way 1 change
C14608 · C146865:40 PM 3h43 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 9:23 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 974 1 One-way 1 change
C146843:07 PM 3h19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 974 1 One-way 0 changes
C1469412:07 PM 3h22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 1,898 1 One-way 0 changes
C1468010:08 AM 3h17 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 1,898 1 One-way 0 changes
C15294 · C146788:49 AM 3h18 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 12:07 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 1,898 1 One-way 1 change
C146843:07 PM 3h19 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 974 1 One-way 0 changes
C1469412:07 PM 3h22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 1,898 1 One-way 0 changes
L86915 · L872741:40 PM 3h22 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) Kč 1,898 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Inverness
Trains from Glasgow to Inverness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč 478 but you can travel from only Kč 234 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 179 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč 478 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Glasgow to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Inverness trains for today, Wednesday, 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L87282 | On time 7:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 10:42 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14613 · C14687 | On time 7:37 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| Thursday, 12 November | |||||
C14590 · C14674 | 5:51 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h38 | 10:29 AM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C14674 | 7:07 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 10:29 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C15294 · C14678 | 8:49 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h18 | 12:07 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C14680 | 10:08 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h17 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14598 · L87271 | 10:41 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C14694 | 12:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L86915 · L87274 | 1:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
W82806 · C14684 | 1:49 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h37 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C14618 | 2:39 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h00 | 7:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14684 | 3:07 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h19 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L86921+ G80228 | 4:38 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h30 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C14608 · C14686 | 5:40 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h43 | 9:23 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Glasgow to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Inverness
Most Glasgow to Inverness trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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 Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, 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, 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 Partick from Glasgow city centre
Partick is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Partick train station facilities and services
Partick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Partick.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Partick.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Partick. 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 Partick: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Partick: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Partick: 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 Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Glasgow 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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