The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£189
Average price
£189
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
790 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Plymouth will cost around £189 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
Of the 1 trains that leave Inverness for Plymouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 790 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 30 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.
7:4212h30Inverness20:12Plymouth£1891One-way0 changes
7:4212h30Inverness20:12Plymouth£1891One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Inverness to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £186.
Distance: 790 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£187 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 30m Average total duration Fastest 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 12m Average total duration 22h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Inverness to Plymouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Plymouth trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:45 Inverness | 18h02 | 14:47 Plymouth | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
![]() | 7:42 Inverness | 12h30 | 20:12 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Plymouth by coach or train
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Why should you book Inverness to Plymouth trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Plymouth.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Plymouth
Trains from Inverness to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £186 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 790 km distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 790 km |
Average train duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £186 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 12h 30m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail from Inverness to Plymouth trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail trains will get you between Inverness and Plymouth from £47. 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 Plymouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Inverness and Plymouth
Most Inverness to Plymouth trains use the Inverness to Plymouth station pair, with some services arriving at Devonport. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Plymouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Plymouth 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 Plymouth station do trains from Inverness arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Devonport from Plymouth city centre
Devonport is 2 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Devonport train station facilities and services
Devonport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Devonport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Devonport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Devonport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Devonport: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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