4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Inverness
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $74
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $171
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 6 h 57 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 7 h 48 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Inverness will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $74.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 4 trains from Sheffield to Inverness, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.
11:22 AM 7h46 Sheffield 7:08 PM Inverness $74 1 One-way 0 changes
1:11 PM 6h57 Sheffield 8:08 PM Inverness $141 1 One-way 0 changes12:22 PM 7h46 Sheffield 8:08 PM Inverness $159 1 One-way 0 changes10:57 AM 8h42 Sheffield 7:39 PM Inverness $308 1 One-way 0 changes
1:11 PM 6h57 Sheffield 8:08 PM Inverness $141 1 One-way 0 changes12:22 PM 7h46 Sheffield 8:08 PM Inverness $159 1 One-way 0 changes11:22 AM 7h46 Sheffield 7:08 PM Inverness $74 1 One-way 0 changes10:57 AM 8h42 Sheffield 7:39 PM Inverness $308 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 but you can travel from only $29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 16:26. The fastest train covers the 487 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 487 km |
Average train duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 4:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 49 days |
Live departures
Sheffield to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Inverness trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80216+ C14618+ G89691 | Delayed 11:43 AM 10:57 AMSheffield station (SHF) | 8h42 | 7:39 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
G80228+ W34286+ C21590 | Delayed 4:39 PM 11:43 AMSheffield station (SHF) | 8h25 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
| G00710 · G01073+C14687 | On time 3:29 PM Sheffield station (SHF) | 7h50 | 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
| 10:57 AM Sheffield | 8h42 | 7:39 PM Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Inverness
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Sheffield to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Inverness
Most Sheffield to Inverness trains use the Sheffield to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 Inverness station do trains from Sheffield 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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