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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
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 £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) for Inverness station (INV) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
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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 prices starting from £7. 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 £7, and a flight costs an average of £118.
Distance: 180 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£61 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 15:38 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h29 | 19:07 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 9 December | |||||
| C05793 | On time 07:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h22 | 10:29 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y65847 · Y66198 | On time 08:40 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h26 | 12:06 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| Y72913 | On time 10:07 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h18 | 13:25 Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y65850 · Y66201 | On time 10:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h35 | 14:16 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
| Y65852 · Y66235 | On time 11:41 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 3h48 | 15:29 Inverness station (INV) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 19:37 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) to Inverness station (INV) trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) and Inverness station (INV) from £7. 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)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:55 Saturday 05:10 - 23:55 Sunday 07:10 - 23:55
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilet is located on the concourse. Toilet facilities are only available during station opening hours. On Sundays the toilets close at 23:00. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station next to the ticket office
- 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 bus stop on the bridge at Cathedral Street
- Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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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