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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Glasgow
Cheapest price
27฿
Average price
68฿
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Glasgow will cost around 68฿ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 27฿.
Of the 12 trains that leave Inverness for Glasgow every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
C148095:35 AM3h21Inverness station (INV)8:56 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)27 ฿1One-way0 changes- C148132:50 PM3h24Inverness station (INV)6:14 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way0 changes
- C14653 · L880449:42 AM3h39Inverness station (INV)1:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way1 change
- L87055 · L880756:52 PM3h29Inverness station (INV)10:21 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way1 change
- C148155:25 PM3h19Inverness station (INV)8:44 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way0 changes
- C148155:25 PM3h19Inverness station (INV)8:44 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way0 changes
- C148095:35 AM3h21Inverness station (INV)8:56 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)27 ฿1One-way0 changes
- C148132:50 PM3h24Inverness station (INV)6:14 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way0 changes
- L87050 · C1479110:50 AM3h25Inverness station (INV)2:15 PMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way1 change
C02029+L880367:55 AM3h25Inverness station (INV)11:20 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ)71 ฿1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Inverness to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 10฿. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 10฿, and a flight costs an average of 127฿.
Distance: 179 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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59฿ Average Price | 16฿ Average Price Cheapest | 158฿ Average Price |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Glasgow trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L88106 | On time 8:22 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h35 | 11:57 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| C14809 | 5:35 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h21 | 8:56 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14651 · L88032 | 6:38 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h37 | 10:15 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| C02029+L88036 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h25 | 11:20 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| L88094 | 8:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h32 | 12:14 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14653 · L88044 | 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h39 | 1:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| L87050 · C14791 | 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h25 | 2:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| C14655 · L88054 | 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h31 | 4:19 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
| C14813 | 2:50 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h24 | 6:14 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88101 | 3:44 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h39 | 7:23 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14815 | 5:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h19 | 8:44 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87055 · L88075 | 6:52 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h29 | 10:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Glasgow
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Trains from Inverness to Glasgow run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 19฿ but you can travel from only 10฿ 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 19m.
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price 19฿ |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
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FAQs: Inverness to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Glasgow
Most Inverness to Glasgow trains use the Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
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.
Which Glasgow station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
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 Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Paisley Gilmour Street from Glasgow city centre
Paisley Gilmour Street is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Paisley Gilmour Street train station facilities and services
Paisley Gilmour Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Paisley Gilmour Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Paisley Gilmour Street. ATMs are available at Paisley Gilmour Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paisley Gilmour 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paisley Gilmour Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paisley Gilmour Street: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paisley Gilmour 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 respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
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