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Compare coach, train and flight for Inverness to Cairnryan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Cairnryan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£78 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Inverness to Cairnryan train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:42 Inverness | 6h19 | 15:01 Cairnryan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Cairnryan
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Cairnryan run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 17:26 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: ScotRail from Inverness to Cairnryan trainsScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Cairnryan from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
£41
ScotRail frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Inverness to Cairnryan train
FAQs: Travel by train from Inverness to Cairnryan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Inverness to Cairnryan.
Booking trains from Inverness to Cairnryan in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Inverness to Cairnryan is 283 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Inverness to Cairnryan can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The train journey from Inverness to Cairnryan covers a distance of 283 km and takes approximately 6h 15m. Trains run 9 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cairnryan is by train, costing approximately £41.
The train station in Inverness that goes to Cairnryan is Inverness station (INV), and it arrives at Girvan station (GIR).
To get from Inverness to Cairnryan, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
The first train from Inverness to Cairnryan leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Inverness to Cairnryan departs at 17:26.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Inverness to Cairnryan.
Trains from Inverness to Cairnryan run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Inverness to Cairnryan.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Inverness to Cairnryan.
There is no night train service from Inverness to Cairnryan.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Cairnryan
Inverness
Cairnryan
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Inverness
- 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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