Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Edinburgh Park	3h 23m	12:07pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:34pm	Waverley	3h 45m	11:19pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Edinburgh Park	3h 23m	12:07pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:36pm	Waverley	3h 50m	6:26pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	1:38pm	Haymarket	3h 24m	5:02pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:37am	Waverley	3h 30m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 32m	8:05pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:37am	Waverley	3h 30m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 32m	8:05pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:36am	Waverley	3h 49m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:38pm	Haymarket	3h 27m	8:05pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:50pm	Waverley	3h 36m	9:26pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	3:57pm	Haymarket	3h 13m	7:10pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	9:25am	Waverley	3h 54m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:32pm	Waverley	3h 38m	8:10pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:25am	Waverley	3h 54m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:32pm	Waverley	3h 38m	8:10pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	10:35am	Waverley	3h 54m	2:29pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:37pm	Haymarket	3h 33m	8:10pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:33pm	Waverley	3h 50m	9:23pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Edinburgh Park	3h 23m	12:07pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:34pm	Waverley	3h 45m	11:19pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Edinburgh Park	3h 23m	12:07pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Inverness on August 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:41pm	Waverley	3h 45m	6:26pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	8:44am	Edinburgh Park	3h 23m	12:07pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:38am	Waverley	3h 29m	12:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	3h 35m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	9:39am	Waverley	3h 46m	1:25pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	4:39pm	Haymarket	3h 29m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:02 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Inverness

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 11,677, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

57bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

181 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 11,677 - CLP 36,485	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 23,136 - CLP 148,574	Average Duration3h 44m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.7/515 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 15 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the value for money. ScotRail ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 30,788

ScotRail Edinburgh Inverness recent customer reviews

Train went to wrong platform in Perth so had to wait over 35 mins until probably was sorted so half a hour late into Inverness

Kathleen M.

July 4, 2022

Smooth and fast

Kevin H.

May 23, 2024

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/533 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi4.3

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness start at CLP 23,136. The average price for this train route is around CLP 84,003. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Inverness takes 3h 44m and covers 182 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 13m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Inverness route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 26 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Inverness?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Inverness departs at 8:12am. The latest train departs at 7:41pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Inverness?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08-18

CLP 42,569

08-19

CLP 42,578

Today

CLP 42,767

08-21

CLP 40,311

08-22

CLP 40,311

08-23

CLP 40,283

08-24

CLP 40,283

08-25

CLP 29,664

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Inverness was searched and found on Aug 25, 2026 with a price of CLP 29,664

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 29,664 to CLP 121,650 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 29,664 which is on 2026-08-25.