4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool to Inverness
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
7 h 57 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Inverness will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
To travel from Blackpool to Inverness you need to make at least 2 changes.
23:229h13Blackpool8:35Inverness£911One-way1 change- 15:058h14Blackpool23:19Inverness£1651One-way3 changes
- 9:057h57Blackpool17:02Inverness£2051One-way3 changes
- 13:058h18Blackpool21:23Inverness£2051One-way3 changes
- 6:048h12Blackpool14:16Inverness£2371One-way2 changes
- 9:057h57Blackpool17:02Inverness£2051One-way3 changes
- 12:058h00Blackpool20:05Inverness£2681One-way2 changes
- 6:048h12Blackpool14:16Inverness£2371One-way2 changes
- 15:058h14Blackpool23:19Inverness£1651One-way3 changes
- 13:058h18Blackpool21:23Inverness£2051One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Blackpool to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £230.
Distance: 414 km
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£69 Average Price | £230 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 42m Average total duration 18h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackpool to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Inverness trains for today, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:22 Blackpool | 9h13 | 8:35 Inverness | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 7 July | |||||
| 6:04 Blackpool | 8h12 | 14:16 Inverness | 2 changes | |
| 8:04 Blackpool | 8h58 | 17:02 Inverness | 2 changes | |
| 9:05 Blackpool | 7h57 | 17:02 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 12:05 Blackpool | 8h00 | 20:05 Inverness | 2 changes | |
| 13:05 Blackpool | 8h18 | 21:23 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 14:05 Blackpool | 9h14 | 23:19 Inverness | 2 changes | |
| 15:05 Blackpool | 8h14 | 23:19 Inverness | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackpool to Inverness run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £53 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 414 km distance in 7h 43m.
Distance 414 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 43m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 16:25 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Northern Trains Limited from Blackpool to Inverness trainsScotrail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackpool and Inverness from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackpool to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool 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
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Inverness
Most Blackpool to Inverness trains use the Blackpool North to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackpool station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Blackpool South from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South train station facilities and services
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Layton from Blackpool city centre
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton train station facilities and services
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Blackpool arrive at?
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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