The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Inverness
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- S$65
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- S$202
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 6 h 38 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 7 h 4 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 32
- Distance
- 462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Inverness will cost around S$202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$65.
To travel from Manchester to Inverness you need to make at least one change.
P24056+
W85182+
G8022811:43 AM 8h25 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$65 1 One-way 2 changes
W85182+
G8022812:24 PM 7h44 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$65 1 One-way 1 change
W84673+
W34286+
G8022812:11 PM 7h57 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$85 1 One-way 2 changes
P24200+
W34286+
G8022811:46 AM 8h22 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$85 1 One-way 2 changes
P28672+
W85182+
G8022812:09 PM 7h59 Manchester Victoria (MCV) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$89 1 One-way 2 changes
W85177+
L8727410:24 AM 6h38 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) S$267 1 One-way 1 change
W85164+
C15379 · C146806:25 AM 7h00 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) S$166 1 One-way 2 changes
W85168+
W83178 · C146948:24 AM 7h05 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) S$267 1 One-way 2 changes
G89072+
W34286+
G8022812:56 PM 7h12 Deansgate (DGT) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$158 1 One-way 2 changes
C21590+
W34286+
G8022812:41 PM 7h27 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) S$253 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Inverness
Trains from Manchester to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$48 but you can travel from only S$26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:35, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 462 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 462 km |
Average train duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price S$48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 1:35 AM |
Last train 6:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85160+ C14680+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 4:57 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 8h28 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G15887+ G80193+ L87271 | 5:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 9h16 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
P24027+ W85164+ C15379 · C14680 | 5:43 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 7h42 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
G89040+ W85164+ L87271 | 5:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 8h21 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G89040+ Y14756+ C14694 | 5:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 9h34 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G89040+ W34023+ C14680+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 5:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 7h30 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
W84643+ W34213+ L87271 | 6:11 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 8h05 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W85164+ C15379 · C14680 | 6:25 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h00 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W85164+ L87271 | 6:25 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h51 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
G89545+ W34213+ L87271 | 6:39 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 7h37 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W85168+ L87274 | 8:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 8h38 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
W85168+ W83178 · C14694 | 8:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h05 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
C24895+ G66987+ L87274 | 9:00 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 8h02 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G15896+ G80216+ C14618 | 9:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 10h24 | 7:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G89113+ G01060+ W83208 · C14684 | 9:21 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 9h05 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
L89698 · G89569+ W34254+ L86915 | 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 7h34 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 5 changes | |
P28643+ W85177+ L87274 | 9:33 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 7h29 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
P24194+ W33941+ G80228 | 9:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 10h22 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
C24590+ G80216+ C14618 | 10:15 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 9h24 | 7:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W85177+ L87274 | 10:24 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 6h38 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
G89047+ W33912+ C14684+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:56 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 7h30 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
P24056+ W85182+ G80228 | 11:43 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 8h25 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G16307+ G80228 | 11:45 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 8h23 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
P24200+ W34286+ G80228 | 11:46 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 8h22 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
P28672+ W85182+ G80228 | 12:09 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 7h59 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W84673+ W34286+ G80228 | 12:11 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h57 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G85312 · G89593+ W34286+ G80228 | 12:15 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 7h53 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
W85182+ G80228 | 12:24 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h44 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
C21590+ W34286+ G80228 | 12:41 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 7h27 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G89072+ W34286+ G80228 | 12:56 PM Deansgate (DGT) | 7h12 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
C24909+ G01067+ C14686 | 1:00 PM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 8h23 | 9:23 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
W84680+ W34290+ C14687 | 1:11 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 10h08 | 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Inverness
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FAQs: Manchester to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Inverness
Most Manchester to Inverness trains use the Manchester Victoria to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Inverness station do trains from Manchester 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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