The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Beauly
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Beauly is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Beauly will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverness for Beauly on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
11:43 AM0h17Inverness12:00 PMBeauly$71One-way0 transfers
11:43 AM0h17Inverness12:00 PMBeauly$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness to Beauly
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Beauly 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 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Beauly:
A bus is $0.79 (€0.65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Beauly costing on average $7 (€6).
Other travel options to Beauly take longer:
Bus takes on average 33m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (15m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $7 (€6) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Inverness to Beauly train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Beauly trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:35 PM Inverness | 0h15 | 1:50 PM Beauly | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Beauly.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Beauly
Trains from Inverness to Beauly run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Inverness to Beauly trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Beauly from $5 (€4). 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 Beauly
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Beauly 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 Beauly, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Beauly
Most Inverness to Beauly trains use the Inverness to Beauly station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Beauly train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Beauly leave from?
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.
Which Beauly station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Beauly from Beauly city centre
Beauly train station facilities and services
Beauly has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Beauly.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Beauly: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Beauly: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Beauly: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform Blue Badge parking bays: 1, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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