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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV)
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
3 h 20 m
Trains on 15 Sept
16
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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 16 trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV), including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 m 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.
C14592 · C146745:514h38Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:29Inverness station (INV)£331One-way1 change- W82806 · C1468413:494h37Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)18:26Inverness station (INV)£641One-way1 change
- C14598 · L8727110:413h35Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)14:16Inverness station (INV)£641One-way1 change
- C15294 · C146788:493h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:07Inverness station (INV)£641One-way1 change
- C15275 · C1469411:483h41Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)15:29Inverness station (INV)£641One-way1 change
- C1468010:083h17Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)13:25Inverness station (INV)£641One-way0 changes
- C15294 · C146788:493h18Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)12:07Inverness station (INV)£641One-way1 change
- C1468415:073h19Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)18:26Inverness station (INV)£641One-way0 changes
- C146747:073h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)10:29Inverness station (INV)£641One-way0 changes
- C1469412:073h22Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)15:29Inverness station (INV)£641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £146.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV):
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) costing on average £38.
A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) costing on average £146.
Other travel options to Inverness station (INV) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Coach takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £37. The journey takes 3h 31m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Scotrail, ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C14608 · C14686 | On time 17:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h43 | 21:23 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| L87282 | On time 19:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 22:42 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14613 · C14687 | On time 19:37 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h42 | 23:19 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| C14592 · C14674 | 5:51 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h38 | 10:29 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| W82842 · L87274 | 12:51 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h11 | 17:02 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
| C14617 | 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 | |
L86921+ G80228 | 16:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h30 | 20:08 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 5 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 18:37 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Inverness station (INV) 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: 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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