The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Carnoustie
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €73
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €85
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 2 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 3 h 20 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 10
- Distance
- 142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Carnoustie is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Carnoustie will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
It's difficult to get from Inverness to Carnoustie without transferring at least once.

4:54 AM 3h33 Inverness 8:27 AM Carnoustie €73 1 One-way 1 transfer
6:38 AM 3h50 Inverness 10:28 AM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
8:42 AM 3h38 Inverness 12:20 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
10:50 AM 3h27 Inverness 2:17 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
12:48 PM 3h27 Inverness 4:15 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer

5:25 PM 2h55 Inverness 8:20 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
2:50 PM 3h21 Inverness 6:11 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
10:50 AM 3h27 Inverness 2:17 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
12:48 PM 3h27 Inverness 4:15 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
6:52 PM 3h32 Inverness 10:24 PM Carnoustie €82 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Carnoustie
Trains from Inverness to Carnoustie run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 8:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Inverness to Carnoustie trip
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Live departures
Inverness to Carnoustie train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Carnoustie trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:44 PM Inverness | 3h44 | 7:28 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Inverness | 2h55 | 8:20 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Inverness | 3h32 | 10:24 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Inverness | 9h55 | 6:40 AM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
![]() | 4:54 AM Inverness | 3h33 | 8:27 AM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:38 AM Inverness | 3h50 | 10:28 AM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:42 AM Inverness | 3h38 | 12:20 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Inverness | 3h27 | 2:17 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:48 PM Inverness | 3h27 | 4:15 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Inverness | 3h21 | 6:11 PM Carnoustie | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Inverness and Carnoustie
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Carnoustie
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Carnoustie
Most Inverness to Carnoustie trains use the Inverness to Carnoustie station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Carnoustie train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Carnoustie from Carnoustie city centre
Carnoustie train station facilities and services
Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie.
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: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carnoustie: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Carnoustie: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carnoustie: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms, connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms or level crossing 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Inverness to Carnoustie
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