How to travel from Southampton to Inverness

There are 3 options to travel between Southampton and Inverness including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Inverness is a bus with an average price of €97.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Inverness:

A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Inverness costing on average €163.

A bus is €166 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Inverness costing on average €263.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Inverness is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Inverness take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 26m.

Bus takes on average 16h 12m.

The distance from Southampton to Inverness is approximately 468 miles (754 km).

The average frequency per day from Southampton to Inverness is:

• Around 9 flights per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Inverness as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Southampton to Inverness:

• Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Inverness station (INV).
• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Inverness Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) and arrive in Inverness, Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southampton to Inverness, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Loganair, British Airways, easyJet to go to Inverness by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Inverness by bus.
• Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast to go to Inverness by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Southampton to Inverness:

• 6 direct flights per day with British Airways, easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from Southampton to Inverness often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, Fort William, Aberdeen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Inverness and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Inverness to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Inverness, visitors can explore the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery to discover local history and art, enjoy performances at Eden Court Theatre, and take a leisurely walk on the Ness Islands. The Caledonian Canal offers scenic walks or boat trips, while the Merkinch Local Nature Reserve is perfect for wildlife exploration. Key sights include the historic Inverness Castle, the scenic Loch Ness, the informative Culloden Battlefield, the impressive Inverness Cathedral, and the ancient Clava Cairns.

To experience the highlights of Inverness, 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore the city, visit nearby attractions like Loch Ness, and enjoy local culture and cuisine.