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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Inverness
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
289kr
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
550kr
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
3 h 20 m
Trains on 28 Sept
13
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 550kr if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 289kr.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 13 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.
C14608 · C146865:40 PM3h43Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)9:23 PMInverness station (INV)289 kr1One-way1 change- C14613 · C146877:37 PM3h42Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)11:19 PMInverness station (INV)289 kr1One-way1 change
- L872827:07 PM3h35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:42 PMInverness station (INV)289 kr1One-way0 changes
- C1469412:07 PM3h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:29 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way0 changes
- C1468010:08 AM3h17Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:25 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way0 changes
- C1468010:08 AM3h17Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)1:25 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way0 changes
- C15294 · C146788:49 AM3h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:07 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way1 change
- C146843:07 PM3h19Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way0 changes
- C1469412:07 PM3h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)3:29 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way0 changes
- L86915 · L872741:40 PM3h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)564 kr1One-way1 change
Live departures
Glasgow to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Inverness trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14643 · L87273 | On time 5:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h41 | 9:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87273 | On time 6:03 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h23 | 9:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 146kr but you can travel from only 71kr 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 24m |
Cheapest ticket price 146kr |
Trains per day 5 |
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 |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Glasgow to Inverness trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Glasgow and Inverness from 71kr. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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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