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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Inverness
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Inverness will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
To travel from Dumfries to Inverness you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dumfries to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 271 km
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5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dumfries to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Inverness trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:47 Dumfries | 6h38 | 13:25 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 08:48 Dumfries | 6h41 | 15:29 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 12:53 Dumfries | 5h33 | 18:26 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 16:53 Dumfries | 5h50 | 22:43 Inverness | 3 changes | |
| 20:49 Dumfries | 13h40 | 10:29 Inverness | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Inverness
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Trains from Dumfries to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 17:26. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 271 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 17:26 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Dumfries to Inverness trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Inverness from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dumfries to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dumfries and Inverness
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk- 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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