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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV)
- Cheapest price on 31 Oct
- £137
- Average ticket price on 31 Oct
- £137
- Fastest journey on 31 Oct
- 5 h
- Average journey duration on 31 Oct
- 5 h
- Trains on 31 Oct
- 1
- Distance
- 180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 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 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 1 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
L8696814:39 5h00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 19:39 Inverness station (INV) £137 1 One-way 0 changes
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14:39 5h00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) 19:39 Inverness station (INV) £137 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV)
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Trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 19:07 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV).
Live departures
Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14674 | 7:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 10:29 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C15294 · C14678 | 8:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h18 | 12:07 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| C14680 | 10:08 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h17 | 13:25 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14598 · L87271 | 10:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 14:16 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| C15275 · C14694 | 11:48 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h41 | 15:29 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| C14694 | 12:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 15:29 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L86915 · L87274 | 13:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 17:02 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| W82806 · C14684 | 13:49 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h37 | 18:26 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| C14618 | 14:39 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h00 | 19:39 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14684 | 15:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h19 | 18:26 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14608 · C14686 | 17:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h43 | 21:23 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87282 | 19:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 22:42 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14613 · C14687 | 19:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 23:19 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Inverness station (INV)
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FAQs: Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) 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 station (INV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Inverness station (INV)
Most Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Inverness station (INV) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most popular trains to and from Inverness station (INV) and Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
Most popular train connections to Inverness station (INV)
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