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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Dingwall
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Dingwall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Dingwall will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverness for Dingwall on Tue, May 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
1:35 PM0h33Inverness2:08 PMDingwall$141One-way0 transfers
- 1:35 PM0h33Inverness2:08 PMDingwall$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Dingwall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Dingwall 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 bus which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Dingwall:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Dingwall costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Dingwall take longer:
Train takes on average 34m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.87 (€-6.28). The journey takes 34m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Inverness to Dingwall train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Dingwall trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y41074 | On time 10:41 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h30 | 11:11 AM Dingwall station (DIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y75867 | On time 10:56 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h35 | 11:31 AM Dingwall station (DIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y75837 | On time 11:43 AM Inverness station (INV) | 0h38 | 12:21 PM Dingwall station (DIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y75874 | On time 1:35 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0h33 | 2:08 PM Dingwall station (DIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Dingwall
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Trains from Inverness to Dingwall run on average 6 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Inverness to Dingwall trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Dingwall from $6 (€5). 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 Dingwall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Dingwall 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 Dingwall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Dingwall
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Information Desk
- 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
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 14:34 Saturday 07:30 - 14:34 Sunday Closed Scottish Bookings only
- Type of shops available: Charity bookshop
- 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, ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment 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 ticket office / station building
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park in front of the station
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