How to get to Inverness from Luton

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Compare train, coach and flight for Luton to Inverness

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £206.

Distance: 669 km

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£206

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£59

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£153

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£146

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4h 6m

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2h 6m

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14h 46m

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9h 31m

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8h 59m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Inverness is a coach with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Inverness:

A coach is £95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Inverness costing on average £153.

A coach is £148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Inverness costing on average £206.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Inverness is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 6m.

Other travel options to Inverness take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 31m.

Coach takes on average 14h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Luton and Inverness including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 53m sooner (2h 6m by flight vs 8h 59m by car). Tickets start at around £206 compared to roughly £146 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Luton to Inverness

How to get to Inverness from Luton by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Luton to Inverness is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    19:4516h35
    Luton
    12:20Inverness
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    19:4516h35
    Luton
    12:20Inverness
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    19:4516h35
    Luton
    12:20Inverness
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    21:1018h00
    Luton
    15:10Inverness
    £701One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Luton to Inverness

Travel to Inverness easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Inverness.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Luton and Inverness including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Inverness is a coach with an average price of £59.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Inverness:

A coach is £95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Inverness costing on average £153.

A coach is £148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Inverness costing on average £206.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to Inverness is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 6m.

Other travel options to Inverness take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 31m.

Coach takes on average 14h 46m.

The Luton to Inverness distance is approximately 669 km.
The average frequency per day from Luton to Inverness is:
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Inverness as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Inverness:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Inverness Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in Inverness station (INV).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and arrive in Inverness, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to Inverness, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Inverness by coach.
  • Travel with Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast to go to Inverness by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Loganair, British Airways to go to Inverness by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Inverness:
  • 6 direct flights per day with easyJet, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Luton to Inverness often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, London, Glasgow, Manchester, Aberdeen. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Inverness and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Luton to Inverness, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Inverness, you can explore local history and art at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, enjoy performances at Eden Court Theatre, and take a scenic walk through Ness Islands. Discover the historic Caledonian Canal by boat or on foot, and explore the natural beauty of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Visit best sights like Inverness Castle for panoramic views, the famous Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield with its visitor centre, the impressive Inverness Cathedral, and the ancient Clava Cairns.
Three to four days in Inverness is ideal for exploring the city's highlights, including the historic Inverness Castle, the picturesque River Ness, and nearby attractions like Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield.

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