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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.00, with average prices for this route around £5.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:35 Edinburgh (Waverley)	10:30 Inverness	3h 55m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:37 Edinburgh (Waverley)	12:06 Inverness	3h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:36 Edinburgh (Waverley)	13:25 Inverness	3h 49m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:33 Edinburgh (Waverley)	14:15 Inverness	3h 42m, Direct	Find Tickets
11:36 Edinburgh (Waverley)	15:29 Inverness	3h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets
13:33 Edinburgh (Waverley)	17:02 Paris	3h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train route details

First train

06:35

Last train

19:35

Departure station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Arrival station

Inverness

Journey time

3h 29m

Distance

114 miles

Price

£5.00*

Train Operators

ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 (Waverley) to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
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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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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%.

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Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train prices and times

Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train route details