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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
4 h 4 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Glasgow International Airport on Tue, Jun 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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.
10:50 AM4h04Inverness2:54 PMGlasgow International Airport$481One-way0 transfers- 5:52 PM4h15Inverness10:07 PMGlasgow International Airport$891One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM4h04Inverness2:54 PMGlasgow International Airport$481One-way0 transfers
- 5:52 PM4h15Inverness10:07 PMGlasgow International Airport$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Inverness to Glasgow International Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $156.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $180 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $84 (€69).
A bus is $164 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport costing on average $180 (€147).
Other travel options to Glasgow International Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 52m.
Flight takes on average 4h 40m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (3h 31m by train vs 3h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€69) compared to roughly $60 (€49) 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.
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 Glasgow International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Glasgow International Airport trains for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:50 AM Inverness | 4h04 | 2:54 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:48 PM Inverness | 4h55 | 5:43 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:44 PM Inverness | 4h22 | 7:06 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:52 PM Inverness | 4h18 | 11:10 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 6:55 AM |
Last train 6:52 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Scotrail from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport trainsScotrail trains will get you between Inverness and Glasgow International Airport from $11 (€9). 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 Glasgow International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport 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 Glasgow International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Glasgow International Airport
Most Inverness to Glasgow International Airport trains use the Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Central. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Glasgow International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Charing Cross (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
Charing Cross (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
Charing Cross (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charing Cross (Glasgow). 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charing Cross (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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