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12:366h32York19:08Inverness£611One-way0 changes- 13:206h48York20:08Inverness£701One-way0 changes
- 13:366h32York20:08Inverness£911One-way0 changes
- 12:206h48York19:08Inverness£951One-way0 changes
10:366h50York17:26Inverness£1121One-way0 changes
- 13:366h32York20:08Inverness£911One-way0 changes
- 12:366h32York19:08Inverness£611One-way0 changes
- 13:206h48York20:08Inverness£701One-way0 changes
- 12:206h48York19:08Inverness£951One-way0 changes
- 10:366h50York17:26Inverness£1121One-way0 changes
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 £55. 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 £55, and a flight costs an average of £307.
Distance: 438 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£90 Average Price Cheapest | £458 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* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
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 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:36 York | 6h50 | 17:26 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:20 York | 6h48 | 19:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:36 York | 6h32 | 19:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:20 York | 6h48 | 20:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:36 York | 6h32 | 20:08 Inverness | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets York to Inverness by train or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from York to Inverness.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from York to Inverness.
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 £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 4:54 |
Last train 18:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from York to Inverness trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between York and Inverness from £55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Inverness
Most York to Inverness trains use the York to Inverness station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Inverness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Inverness leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: 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.
Which Inverness station do trains from York 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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