The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Inverness
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
11 h 41 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Inverness will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Inverness on Thu, Dec 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 41 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest trains will take 11 h 51 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.




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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Brighton to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €46, and a train costs an average of €133.
Distance: 488 miles (786 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€146 Average price | €96 Average price Cheapest |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:26 AM Brighton | 11h41 | 7:07 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Brighton | 11h51 | 10:19 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Brighton to Inverness by train or flight
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Why should you book Brighton to Inverness trains with Omio?
LNER as well as Thameslink offer trains services from Brighton to Inverness. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Brighton to Inverness.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink to find the best option for your trip from Brighton to Inverness.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brighton to Inverness.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Thameslink to help you choose the right option for your journey from Brighton to Inverness.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Brighton to Inverness.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Inverness
Trains from Brighton to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€133) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 488 miles (786 km) distance in 9h 58m.
Distance 488 miles (786 km) |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€133) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 58m |
First train 04:12 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: LNER, Thameslink from Brighton to Inverness trainsLNER, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Inverness from $58 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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
Popular train stations from Brighton to Inverness
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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