The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM)
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Inverness station (INV) for Aviemore station (AVM) on Wed, Dec 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 49 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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Y38563Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0h41 | 5:07 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0h45 | 8:07 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
Y38561 | On time 6:38 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h43 | 7:21 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y11833 | On time 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h36 | 8:31 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y39569 | On time 8:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h45 | 9:27 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y38563 | On time 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h49 | 10:31 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y38565 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h38 | 11:28 AM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) by train or bus
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Why should you book Inverness to Aviemore trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as LNER and Caledonian Sleeper offer trains services from Inverness to Aviemore. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Inverness to Aviemore.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER and Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Aviemore.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER and Caledonian Sleeper to help you choose the right option for your journey from Inverness to Aviemore.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Aviemore.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM)
Trains from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) trainsScotRail, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Inverness station (INV) and Aviemore station (AVM) from $8 (€6). 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 Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM) 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 Aviemore station (AVM), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness station (INV) to Aviemore station (AVM)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 21:25 Saturday 07:35 - 14:39 Sunday 09:40 - 17:20 Proposal to alter hours
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of the ticket office
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park in front of the station

