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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
To travel from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness you need to make at least one change.
L87633 · C146788:283h39Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)12:07Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change- L87668 · C146809:503h35Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)13:25Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- W68696 · L8727110:233h53Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)14:16Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- W69666 · L8727413:213h41Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)17:02Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- L87682 · C1469411:463h43Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)15:29Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- W83137 · C146788:443h23Edinburgh Park (EDP)12:07Inverness station (INV)£661One-way1 change
- L87668 · C146809:503h35Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)13:25Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- L87633 · C146788:283h39Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)12:07Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- W69666 · L8727413:213h41Edinburgh Gateway (EGY)17:02Inverness station (INV)£651One-way1 change
- C15379 · C146809:443h41Edinburgh Park (EDP)13:25Inverness station (INV)£661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh Airport to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 178 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£49 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £322 Average Price |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Airport to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L87633 · C14678 | 8:28 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 3h39 | 12:07 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| W83137 · C14678 | 8:44 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 3h23 | 12:07 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
L87668 · C14680+ Bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus/Tram to Inverkeithing | 9:16 Edinburgh, Airport | 4h09 | 13:25 Inverness station (INV) | 2 changes | |
| C15379 · C14680 | 9:44 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 3h41 | 13:25 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87668 · C14680 | 9:50 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 3h35 | 13:25 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| W83158 · L87271 | 10:13 Edinburgh Park (EDP) | 4h03 | 14:16 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| W68696 · L87271 | 10:23 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 3h53 | 14:16 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87682 · C14694 | 11:46 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 3h43 | 15:29 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87692 · L87274 | 12:47 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 4h15 | 17:02 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| W69666 · L87274 | 13:21 Edinburgh Gateway (EGY) | 3h41 | 17:02 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:43, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 7:43 |
Last train 18:53 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh Airport to Inverness trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh Airport and Inverness from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport 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 Edinburgh Airport and Inverness
Most Edinburgh Airport to Inverness trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Airport and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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