4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Inverness
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£322
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Inverness will cost around £322 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
To travel from Cardiff to Inverness you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G802289:4510h23Cardiff Central (CDF)20:08Inverness station (INV)£1761One-way2 changes- W34290+
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G3895311:5311h26Cardiff Central (CDF)23:19Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way2 changes - C14686+C01372+G38975+
W8519110:5310h30Cardiff Central (CDF)21:23Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way3 changes - W34286+G80228+G389509:5310h15Cardiff Central (CDF)20:08Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way2 changes
- W34290+C14734 · W82852 · L8728211:1811h24Cardiff Central (CDF)22:42Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way5 changes
- W34286+G80228+G389509:5310h15Cardiff Central (CDF)20:08Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way2 changes
- W34286+G01067+G802289:4510h23Cardiff Central (CDF)20:08Inverness station (INV)£1761One-way2 changes
- C14686+C01372+G38975+W8519110:5310h30Cardiff Central (CDF)21:23Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way3 changes
- W34290+C14734 · W82852 · L8728211:1811h24Cardiff Central (CDF)22:42Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way5 changes
- W34290+C14687+G3895311:5311h26Cardiff Central (CDF)23:19Inverness station (INV)£3591One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 670 km
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£303 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 46m Average total duration Fastest 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 0m Average total duration 17h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Inverness trains for today, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:53 Cardiff | 10h30 | 21:23 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:54 Cardiff | 10h25 | 22:19 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:52 Cardiff | 10h27 | 23:19 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:54 Cardiff | 10h25 | 23:19 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 8 July | |||||
| G01067+W34286+G80228 | 9:45 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 10h23 | 20:08 Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
| G80228+G38950+W34286 | 9:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 10h15 | 20:08 Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
| W85191+C14686+G38975+C01372 | 10:53 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 10h30 | 21:23 Inverness station (INV) | 3 changes | |
| G00865+C14734 · W82852 · L87282 | 11:18 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 11h24 | 22:42 Inverness station (INV) | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Inverness
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Trains from Cardiff to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 670 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 670 km |
Average train duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 15m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 14:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Caledonian Sleeper, Scotrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Inverness trainsCaledonian Sleeper, Scotrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Inverness from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
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FAQs: Cardiff to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Inverness
Most Cardiff to Inverness trains use the Cardiff Central to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Inverness station do trains from Cardiff 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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