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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Durham
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Durham will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Durham on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 56 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.
9:50 AM5h56Inverness3:46 PMDurham$1151One-way0 transfers- 10:50 AM5h56Inverness4:46 PMDurham$1171One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM5h56Inverness4:46 PMDurham$1171One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM5h56Inverness3:46 PMDurham$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$110 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Durham:
A bus is $88 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Durham costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Durham take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 43m.
Live departures
Inverness to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Durham trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:50 AM Inverness | 5h56 | 3:46 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Inverness | 5h56 | 4:46 PM Durham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Durham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Durham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 5:41 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Scotrail from Inverness to Durham trainsScotrail trains will get you between Inverness and Durham from $17 (€14). 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 Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Durham
Most Inverness to Durham trains use the Inverness to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Durham 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 Durham station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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.
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