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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Scrabster
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Scrabster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Scrabster will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Scrabster on Mon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
10:41 AM3h29Inverness2:10 PMScrabster$251One-way0 transfers- 9:41 AM3h29Inverness1:10 PMScrabster$251One-way0 transfers
- 10:41 AM3h29Inverness2:10 PMScrabster$251One-way0 transfers
- 9:41 AM3h29Inverness1:10 PMScrabster$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Scrabster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Scrabster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness to Scrabster:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Inverness to Scrabster costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Scrabster take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Scotrail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Scrabster by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Scrabster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Scrabster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 8:34 AM |
Last train 6:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail from Inverness to Scrabster trainsScotrail trains will get you between Inverness and Scrabster from $24 (€20). 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 Scrabster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Scrabster 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 Scrabster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Inverness to Scrabster
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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