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London Kings Cross to Inverness train prices and times
Planning a journey from London Kings Cross to Inverness? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £36.00, with average prices for this route around £48.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:48 London Kings Cross | 14:15 Inverness | 8h 27m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:15 London Kings Cross | 15:29 Inverness | 9h 14m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:30 London Kings Cross | 17:02 Inverness | 8h 32m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:00 London Kings Cross | 18:26 Inverness | 8h 26m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:00 London Kings Cross | 19:39 Inverness | 9h 39m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:25 London Kings Cross | 20:30 Paris | 10h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
London Kings Cross to Inverness train route details

First train
05:48

Last train
14:30

Journey time
8h 4m

Distance
444 miles

Price
£36.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Inverness

Season Tickets for frequent travels
If you frequently travel between London Kings Cross and Inverness, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England
For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Kings Cross 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 London Kings Cross 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 London Kings Cross 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Kings Cross to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Kings Cross to Inverness train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Kings Cross to Inverness with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.