The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Bath
Cheapest price
$238
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Bath will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $238.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Bath on Tue, Jan 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct trains cover the 689 km distance in an average of 11 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h .
On Tue, Jan 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Inverness to Bath
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €191.
Distance: 428 miles (689 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€191 Average price | €109 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest |
11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 21m Average total duration 22h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Bath trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:54 AM Inverness | 11h51 | 3:45 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Inverness | 11h00 | 8:50 PM Bath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Bath
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Inverness to Bath start from as low as $236 (€191) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $237 (€191) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 4 daily trains from Inverness to Bath with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 10h 37m but the average duration is 11h 9m
Train Operators
- Travel from Inverness to Bath with ScotRail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is ScotRail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Inverness station (INV) and arrive in Bath Spa (BTH)
- First train typically departs at 04:54 AM and the last at 09:13 PM
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 11h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $236 (€191) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 37m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Inverness to Bath trainsScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Bath from $48 (€38). 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 to Bath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Bath
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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