London to Inverness by train + bus
This route from London to Inverness is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 12h 20m in total, run by LNER, Local bus, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 35m. The train is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €82
- Total journey
- 12h 20m
- Change
- 4 transfers
- Operator
- LNER, Local bus, FlixBus
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The journey, step by step
- 1London to EdinburghLNER4h 25m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Edinburgh - 2Edinburgh Airport to Ratho Station - Eastbound StopLocal bus45m
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Change at Ratho Station - Eastbound Stop - 3Ratho Station - Eastbound Stop to Edinburgh - Princes Street
FlixBus21mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Edinburgh - Princes Street - 4Edinburgh - Princes Street to PerthFlixBus1h 20m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Perth - 5Perth to InvernessFlixBus2h 25m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €41Checked Sep 8 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €51Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 15h 05m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€41Checked Sep 81h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€51Omio catalogue, Sep 815h 05m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
London to Inverness by train: common questions
How long does London to Inverness take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 12h 20m, 4 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from London to Inverness?
The best price in our latest check was €82. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from London to Inverness?
LNER, Local bus, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 35m. The train wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- London Inverness train
- London to Inverness by train
- train ticket London to Inverness
- how long is the train from London to Inverness