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Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £5.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:48 Edinburgh Gateway	10:30 Inverness	3h 42m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:28 Edinburgh Gateway	12:06 Inverness	3h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:50 Edinburgh Gateway	13:25 Inverness	3h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:20 Edinburgh Gateway	14:15 Inverness	3h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:46 Edinburgh Gateway	15:29 Inverness	3h 43m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:21 Edinburgh Gateway	17:02 Paris	3h 41m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train route details

First train

06:48

Last train

23:10

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Inverness

Journey time

3h 34m

Distance

112 miles

Price

£5.00*

Train Operators

ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness from £5.00*

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Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train prices and times

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