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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £25
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £36
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 2 h 11 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 2 h 15 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 5 trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV), including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
L8729121:28 2h15 Aberdeen station (ABD) 23:43 Inverness station (INV) £25 1 One-way 0 changes- L87290
18:00 2h14 Aberdeen station (ABD) 20:14 Inverness station (INV) £25 1 One-way 0 changes - C14688
13:00 2h11 Aberdeen station (ABD) 15:11 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes - L87287
15:24 2h25 Aberdeen station (ABD) 17:49 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes - L87280
10:03 2h11 Aberdeen station (ABD) 12:14 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes
- C14688
13:00 2h11 Aberdeen station (ABD) 15:11 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes - L87280
10:03 2h11 Aberdeen station (ABD) 12:14 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes - L87290
18:00 2h14 Aberdeen station (ABD) 20:14 Inverness station (INV) £25 1 One-way 0 changes - L87291
21:28 2h15 Aberdeen station (ABD) 23:43 Inverness station (INV) £25 1 One-way 0 changes - L87287
15:24 2h25 Aberdeen station (ABD) 17:49 Inverness station (INV) £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV)
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Trains from Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 133 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 21:28 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) trip
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Live departures
Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87288 | On time 6:14 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h12 | 8:26 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L88777 | On time 7:18 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h18 | 9:36 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87293 | 8:23 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h12 | 10:35 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87297 | 10:08 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h16 | 12:24 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87301 | 11:57 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h14 | 14:11 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87310 | 13:41 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h17 | 15:58 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87314 | 15:50 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h32 | 18:22 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L86968 | 17:25 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h14 | 19:39 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87322 | 18:18 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h12 | 20:30 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87327 | 20:18 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h19 | 22:37 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L87329 | 22:00 Aberdeen station (ABD) | 2h13 | 0:13 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen station (ABD) and Inverness station (INV)
Most Aberdeen station (ABD) to Inverness station (INV) trains use the Aberdeen to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen station (ABD) and Inverness station (INV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
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.
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