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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Inverness
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£143
Fastest journey
11 h 42 m
Average duration
12 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Inverness will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton 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 754 km distance in an average of 12 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 27 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.
8:0012h05Southampton20:05Inverness£1401One-way0 changes- 10:0011h42Southampton21:42Inverness£1441One-way0 changes
10:1512h27Southampton22:42Inverness£1451One-way0 changes
- 10:0011h42Southampton21:42Inverness£1441One-way0 changes
- 8:0012h05Southampton20:05Inverness£1401One-way0 changes
- 10:1512h27Southampton22:42Inverness£1451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 754 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£140 Average Price | £87 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
10h 24m Average total duration 9h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 40m Average total duration 20h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Inverness trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:15 Southampton | 11h08 | 21:23 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Southampton | 11h12 | 21:42 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £95 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 754 km distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 754 km |
Average train duration 9h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £95 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Inverness trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Inverness from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton and Inverness
Most Southampton to Inverness trains use the Southampton Central to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Southampton 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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