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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Inverness
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Inverness will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 4 trains that leave York for Inverness every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 438 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 34 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for York to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 438 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price | £103 Average Price |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Inverness trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:32 York | 6h30 | 16:02 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:56 York | 6h30 | 17:26 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:33 York | 6h34 | 19:07 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:55 York | 6h12 | 19:07 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Inverness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Inverness run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 04:54 |
Last train 18:52 |
Train companies: LNER, ScotRail, Cross Country from York to Inverness trainsLNER, ScotRail, Cross Country trains will get you between York and Inverness from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in York and Inverness
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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