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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Inverness
Cheapest price
£179
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
11 h 56 m
Average duration
11 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
652 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Inverness will cost around £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £179.
Of the 1 trains that leave Swansea for Inverness 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 652 km distance in an average of 11 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 56 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.
8:2711h56Swansea20:23Inverness£1791One-way0 changes
- 8:2711h56Swansea20:23Inverness£1791One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Swansea to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £176.
Distance: 652 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£265 Average Price | £72 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 25m Average total duration 18h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swansea to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Inverness trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 Swansea | 11h56 | 20:26 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swansea to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £176 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 12:48. The fastest train covers the 652 km distance in 11h 56m.
Distance 652 km |
Average train duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £176 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 56m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 12:48 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales from Swansea to Inverness trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR), Transport for Wales trains will get you between Swansea and Inverness from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Swansea to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Inverness
Most Swansea to Inverness trains use the Swansea to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including 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 Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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: No.
Which Inverness station do trains from Swansea 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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