The cheapest and fastest trains from Mallaig to Inverness
Cheapest price
$217
Average price
$217
Fastest journey
9 h 57 m
Average duration
9 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mallaig to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mallaig to Inverness will cost around $217 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $217.
Of the 1 trains that leave Mallaig for Inverness on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 9 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 57 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 9 h 57 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Mallaig to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mallaig to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €171.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€173 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Mallaig to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Mallaig to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 AM Mallaig | 9h57 | 7:07 PM Inverness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mallaig to Inverness
Trains from Mallaig to Inverness run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $213 (€171) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 13:26. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 9h 4m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $213 (€171) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 4m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 13:26 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Mallaig to Inverness trainsScotRail trains will get you between Mallaig and Inverness from $34 (€27). 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 Mallaig to Inverness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mallaig to Inverness 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 Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mallaig to Inverness
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 10:10 - 13:50 Sunday Closed Winter opening hours Monday to Friday 10:00 - 1800
- Car Park: No
- 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Room.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Main Road after the station entrance
- 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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