4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Inverness
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Inverness will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Inverness every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 51 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.
12:227h46Sheffield20:08Inverness£901One-way0 changes- 11:227h46Sheffield19:08Inverness£1311One-way0 changes
8:117h51Sheffield16:02Inverness£1681One-way0 changes
- 12:227h46Sheffield20:08Inverness£901One-way0 changes
- 11:227h46Sheffield19:08Inverness£1311One-way0 changes
- 8:117h51Sheffield16:02Inverness£1681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sheffield to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 487 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£131 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £201 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:11 Sheffield | 7h51 | 16:02 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:22 Sheffield | 7h46 | 19:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:22 Sheffield | 7h46 | 20:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 16:26. The fastest train covers the 487 km distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 487 km |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 16:26 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Inverness trainsCrossCountry, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Inverness from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Inverness 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Inverness
Most Sheffield to Inverness trains use the Sheffield to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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.
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