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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£351
Average price
£352
Fastest journey
10 h 2 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Cardiff will cost around £352 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £351.
Of the 2 trains that leave Inverness for Cardiff 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 670 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 14 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.
7:4210h02Inverness17:44Cardiff£3511One-way0 changes- 12:4810h14Inverness23:02Cardiff£3531One-way0 changes
- 7:4210h02Inverness17:44Cardiff£3511One-way0 changes
- 12:4810h14Inverness23:02Cardiff£3531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Inverness to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £198.
Distance: 670 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£339 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 6m Average total duration Fastest 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:42 Inverness | 10h02 | 17:44 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:48 Inverness | 10h14 | 23:02 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Cardiff by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £198 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 13:26. The fastest train covers the 670 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 670 km |
Average train duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £198 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 13:26 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail from Inverness to Cardiff trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Cardiff from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Inverness to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Cardiff
Most Inverness to Cardiff trains use the Inverness to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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