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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Glenfinnan
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£147
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£147
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
9 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
9 h 58 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Glenfinnan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Glenfinnan will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £147.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Inverness to Glenfinnan, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 9 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 58 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.
11:489h58Inverness21:46Glenfinnan£1471One-way0 changes
- 11:489h58Inverness21:46Glenfinnan£1471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Inverness to Glenfinnan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Glenfinnan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £146 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £146, while a train costs an average of £146.
Distance: 100 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£146 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 26m Average total duration Fastest 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Glenfinnan take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 56m.
Tickets start at around £146 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-124.23. The journey takes 9h 56m versus 2h 3m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Inverness to Glenfinnan train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Glenfinnan trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:48 Inverness | 9h58 | 21:46 Glenfinnan | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Glenfinnan
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Trains from Inverness to Glenfinnan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £144 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 9h 56m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £144 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 56m |
First train 6:55 |
Last train 14:50 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Inverness to Glenfinnan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Glenfinnan 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 Glenfinnan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Glenfinnan
Most Inverness to Glenfinnan trains use the Inverness to Glenfinnan station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Glenfinnan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Glenfinnan 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.
Which Glenfinnan station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Glenfinnan from Glenfinnan city centre
Glenfinnan train station facilities and services
Glenfinnan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glenfinnan.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glenfinnan: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Glenfinnan: Bike Parking.
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