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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £249.
Distance: 619 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£47 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £249 Average Price | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Northampton to Inverness, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Inverness:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Inverness costing on average £89.
A coach is £203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Northampton to Inverness costing on average £249.
Other travel options to Inverness take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Coach takes on average 13h 5m.
Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £78. The journey takes 12h 35m versus 8h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Inverness from Northampton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Northampton to Inverness is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Inverness are Aviemore, Nairn, Elgin, Keith and Fort William. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Inverness on Omio.
Aviemore is a Highland town in the Cairngorms National Park, known for mountain scenery and outdoor activities. Its modern resort character makes it a base for walking, cycling and winter snowsports.
Elgin is the historic centre of Moray, best known for the ruins of Elgin Cathedral and its links to Scotch whisky. Its compact centre, old stone buildings and nearby countryside give it a calm north-east Scottish character.
Fort William is a Highland town on Loch Linnhe, best known as the gateway to Ben Nevis. Its character is shaped by mountain scenery, outdoor sports and a working-town feel.
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 Northampton to Inverness.
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Inverness:
A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Inverness costing on average £89.
A coach is £203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Northampton to Inverness costing on average £249.
Other travel options to Inverness take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Coach takes on average 13h 5m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Northampton and Inverness as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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