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Royal Armouries Museum
The National Museum of Arms and Armour with major collections from across the world, interactive galleries, and regular live demonstrations. One of Leeds' signature cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$146
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Leeds will cost around $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $146.
Of the 4 trains that leave Inverness for Leeds on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 443 km distance in an average of 7 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 52 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $338.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$143 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $516 Average price | $127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration Fastest 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Leeds:
A bus is $107 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Leeds costing on average $143 (€117).
A bus is $480 (€393) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Leeds costing on average $516 (€422).
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 50m.
Tickets start at around $143 (€117) compared to roughly $127 (€104) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.74 (€-12.89). The journey takes 7h 51m versus 6h 57m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Leeds trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:35 AM Inverness | 8h52 | 2:27 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:42 AM Inverness | 7h12 | 2:54 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:42 AM Inverness | 7h05 | 4:47 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Inverness | 8h18 | 7:08 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Inverness to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 17:26. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 5:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Inverness to Leeds trains use the Inverness to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Inverness: Parking, WC.
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Leeds 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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