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Inverness to Birmingham train prices and times

Looking to travel from Inverness to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £34.75, with average prices for this route around £37.00.

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

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Mon, Aug 4
From £37.00
Tue, Aug 5
From £37.00
Wed, Aug 6
From £37.00
Thu, Aug 7
From £37.00
Fri, Aug 8
From £37.00
Sat, Aug 9
From £34.75
Sun, Aug 10
From £37.00

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:36 Inverness	14:06 Birmingham New Street	8h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:38 Inverness	15:06 Birmingham New Street	8h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Inverness	16:06 Birmingham New Street	8h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Inverness	17:06 Birmingham New Street	9h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:41 Inverness	17:06 Birmingham New Street	8h 25m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:50 Inverness	19:07 Paris	8h 17m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Inverness to Birmingham train route details

First train

05:36

Last train

21:30

Departure station

Inverness

Arrival station

Birmingham

Journey time

8h 11m

Distance

358 miles

Price

£34.75*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Inverness to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Inverness to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Inverness to Birmingham, 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%

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 Inverness to Birmingham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Inverness to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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