4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Nairn
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Nairn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Nairn will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverness for Nairn on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 19 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.
9:59 AM0h19Inverness10:18 AMNairn$121One-way0 transfers
- 9:59 AM0h19Inverness10:18 AMNairn$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Nairn
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Nairn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Nairn:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness to Nairn costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Nairn take longer:
Bus takes on average 45m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (20m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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.
Live departures
Inverness to Nairn train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Nairn trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:59 AM Inverness | 0h19 | 10:18 AM Nairn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Nairn
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Trains from Inverness to Nairn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Scotrail from Inverness to Nairn trainsScotrail trains will get you between Inverness and Nairn from $9 (€7). 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 to Nairn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Nairn 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 Nairn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Nairn
Most Inverness to Nairn trains use the Inverness to Nairn station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Nairn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Nairn leave from?
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.
Which Nairn station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Nairn from Nairn city centre
Nairn train station facilities and services
Nairn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nairn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nairn. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nairn: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nairn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nairn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. Level to platform 1, level access to platform 2 via Balbalair road (rough ground) and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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