The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 5 trains that leave Inverness station (INV) for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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.
C05791 · Y66933
C05799
Y65986 · Y66948
Y23297+
Y66937
Y66999 · Y66945
Y65986 · Y66948
Y23297+
Y66937
C05799
C05791 · Y66933
Y66999 · Y66945Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €124.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trains for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C05799 | On time 8:41 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h33 | 12:14 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y66999 · Y66945 | On time 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h39 | 1:21 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
Y65986 · Y66948 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 3h25 | 2:15 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
Y65988 · Y66955 | On time 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 3h31 | 4:19 PM Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Trains from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 04:36 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Inverness station (INV) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Queen Street (GLQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness station (INV) to Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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 bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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