- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$282
Fastest journey
8 h 7 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
714 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to London will cost around $282 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 8 trains that leave Inverness for London on Thu, Jul 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 714 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 9 h 17 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.
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W34124 · W34277
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W83089 · C14809
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W83089 · C14809
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G80049
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Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+
L88036Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 443 miles (714 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$172 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 12m Average total duration 12h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg 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 London:
A flight is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Inverness to London costing on average $85 (€70).
A flight is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to London costing on average $172 (€142).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 9m.
Bus takes on average 12h 42m.
The journey is about 50m faster (9h 9m by train vs 9h 59m by car) and roughly $53 (€43) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($172 (€142) vs $225 (€185)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to London trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L87050+ G80080 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h27 | 7:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
L87050 · C14791+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34020 | On time 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h24 | 8:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3 transfers | |
C14655+ G80091 | On time 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 8h23 | 9:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14655 · L88054+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34195 | On time 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 9h39 | 10:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3 transfers | |
C14813 · W83006+ G25688 | On time 2:50 PM Inverness station (INV) | 9h13 | 12:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C14660+ G80049 | 4:54 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h17 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14809 · W83089+ G80049 | 5:35 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h36 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C14651+ C01942 | 6:38 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h23 | 3:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14651 · L88032+ W34172+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 6:38 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h36 | 4:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3 transfers | |
C02029 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h07 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02029+ W34124 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 10h44 | 6:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
C02029+ W34124 · W34277 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 10h15 | 6:10 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
C02029+ L88036+ W34063+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h17 | 5:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Inverness to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 443 miles (714 km) distance in 8h 7m.
Distance 443 miles (714 km) |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 7m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Lively district known for street performers, elegant arcades, shopping, and easy access to theatres and central landmarks.
One of London's best walking areas, with river views, cultural venues, and a steady stream of iconic sights.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Inverness to London trains use the Inverness to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Euston. Use this guide to compare Inverness and London 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.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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