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The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)Showing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$353
Average price
$353
Fastest journey
9h 56m
Average duration
9h 56m
Trains per day
1
Distance
568 km
Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with London North Eastern Railway
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $80 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $95 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 12m.
Bus takes on average 12h 46m.
The journey is about 17m faster (9h 12m by train vs 9h 29m by car) and roughly $55 (€45) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($170 (€140) 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, 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.
Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W83006+ G25688+ C14813 | Delayed 5:03 PM 2:50 PMInverness station (INV) | 9h09 | 11:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C02056+ L88101 · W83039 | Delayed 7:20 PM 3:44 PMInverness station (INV) | 9h56 | 1:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
C14660+ G80049 | 4:54 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h17 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G80049+ W83089 · C14809 | 5:35 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h36 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
C01942+ C14651 | 6:38 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h23 | 3:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02029 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h07 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02029+ L88036+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ W34160 | 7:55 AM Inverness station (INV) | 9h34 | 5:29 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 5 transfers | |
L88094+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ C01365 · W34285 | 8:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 10h52 | 7:34 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4 transfers | |
C14653+ C02014 | 9:42 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h19 | 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
L87050+ G80080 | 10:50 AM Inverness station (INV) | 8h27 | 7:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14655+ G80091 | 12:48 PM Inverness station (INV) | 8h23 | 9:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C14813 · W83006+ G25688 | 2:50 PM Inverness station (INV) | 9h24 | 12:14 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average train duration 9h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 45m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 7:45 PM |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Inverness station (INV) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $34 (€28). 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 London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Inverness station (INV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Inverness to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness station (INV) and London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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