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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
€149
Average price
€149
Fastest journey
9 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
750 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around €149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for London Gatwick Airport on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 750 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 37 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 9 h 42 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.
8:42 AM9h37Inverness6:19 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€1491One-way0 transfers- 12:48 PM9h42Inverness10:30 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€1491One-way0 transfers
- 8:42 AM9h37Inverness6:19 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€1491One-way0 transfers
- 12:48 PM9h42Inverness10:30 PMLondon Gatwick Airport€1491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Inverness to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a train costs an average of €148.
Distance: 466 miles (750 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€148 Average price | €49 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 18m Average total duration 10h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 40m Average total duration 19h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is €6 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €49.
A bus is €105 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €148.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 48m.
Bus takes on average 19h 10m.
Tickets start at around €148 compared to roughly €182 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €34. The journey takes 10h 48m versus 10h 1m 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.
Live departures
Inverness to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:37 PM Inverness | 10h14 | 10:51 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
| 8:42 AM Inverness | 9h37 | 6:19 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €148 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 08:42. The fastest train covers the 466 miles (750 km) distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 466 miles (750 km) |
Average train duration 10h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €148 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 8:42 AM |
Last train 8:42 AM |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Inverness and London Gatwick Airport from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to London Gatwick Airport
Most Inverness to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Inverness to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and London Gatwick 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.
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