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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr1121
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr1121
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
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 kr1121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr1121.
It's difficult to get from Inverness to Leeds without transferring at least 2 times.
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C32587Omio 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 an average ticket price of kr346 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr346, while a flight costs an average of kr7957.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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kr988 Average price | kr346 Average price Cheapest | kr7957 Average price | kr838 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 2h 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 |
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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 kr642 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Leeds costing on average kr988.
A bus is kr7611 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to Leeds costing on average kr7957.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 42m.
Bus takes on average 8h 37m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (6h 42m by train vs 6h 57m by car). Tickets start at around kr988 compared to roughly kr838 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.
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Leeds trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C14653+ W29909 | On time 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 7h26 | 5:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C14653+ C24969+ C02014 | On time 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 6h45 | 4:27 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
L87050+ G01166 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 7h16 | 6:06 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L87050+ G80080+ G89005 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 7h07 | 5:57 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C14655+ G89015+ G80091 | On time 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 7h06 | 7:54 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers |
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Trains from Inverness to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr529 but you can travel from only kr151 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 1m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average train duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price kr529 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 1m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 5:26 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Station
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. 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.
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