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The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Inverness

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$89

Average price

$94

Fastest journey

3 h 18 m

Average duration

3 h 29 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

179 km

Cheap tickets

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Glasgow to Inverness will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Glasgow for Inverness on Mon, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.

ScotRailY66235
12:07PM3h22
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
03:29PMInverness station (INV)
$891One-way
0 transfers
ScotRailY72913
10:07AM3h18
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
01:25PMInverness station (INV)
$891One-way
0 transfers
ScotRailY65908 · Y66206
02:39PM3h47
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
06:26PMInverness station (INV)
$931One-way
1 transfer
ScotRailY65855 · Y66204
01:40PM3h22
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
05:02PMInverness station (INV)
$931One-way
1 transfer
ScotRailY65850 · Y66201
10:41AM3h35
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
02:16PMInverness station (INV)
$931One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Glasgow to Inverness

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Bus

€68

Average price

€23

Average price

Cheapest

4h 4m

Average duration

Fastest

3h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 47m

Average duration

4h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Glasgow to Inverness train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 2:39 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
scotrailY65943 · Y66226
On time
8:33 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
3h46
12:19 PM Inverness station (INV)
1 transfer
scotrailY66196
On time
10:11 AM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
3h18
1:29 PM Inverness station (INV)
0 transfersDirect
scotrailY65979 · Y66223
On time
12:45 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
3h40
4:25 PM Inverness station (INV)
1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Glasgow to Inverness?

The best time to book your train from Glasgow to Inverness is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Glasgow to Inverness route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Glasgow to Inverness per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Glasgow to Inverness.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Inverness

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Trains from Glasgow to Inverness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€11)
Distance
111 miles (179 km)
Average train duration
3h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
$33 (€27)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 7m
First train
07:07
Last train
19:37
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13 (€11)

Train providers: ScotRail, East Coast and Bus from Glasgow to Inverness trains

You can travel by train from Glasgow to Inverness with ScotRail, East Coast and Bus for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

ScotRail from Glasgow to Inverness train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 7 min
  • Cheapest Price: $32
  • ScotRail frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Inverness

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Inverness easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Inverness.
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Glasgow to Inverness

Glasgow
Inverness
The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Glasgow Queen Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Queen Street for your trip from Glasgow to Inverness.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Glasgow Queen Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
  • Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
The major train station for arrivals in Inverness is Inverness. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Inverness for your journey to Inverness from Glasgow.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transit options for Inverness
  • 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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