How much does a train ticket cost from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?

The cheapest train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?

The average train journey time from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 2m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway .

Which train operators serve the Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?

The earliest train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness departs at 14:03. And the latest train departs at 15:03.

Train Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness from £36

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:54	Newcastle	5h 13m	20:07	Inverness	No tags
Train	14:53	Newcastle	5h 11m	20:04	Inverness	No tags
Train	14:48	Newcastle	5h 21m	20:09	Inverness	No tags
Train	14:54	Newcastle	5h 13m	20:07	Inverness	No tags
Train	14:50	Newcastle	5h 19m	20:09	Inverness	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 5mAverage duration

200 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £73	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £146	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi5

Based on 31 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. London North Eastern Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £23

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?
The cheapest train tickets from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?
The average train journey time from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 200 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 2m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness?
The earliest train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness departs at 14:03. And the latest train departs at 15:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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29/01

£21

Today

£53

31/01

£68

01/02

£72

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The cheapest trip from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £21

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

You can expect to pay from £21 to £112 for a train ticket from Newcastle upon Tyne to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £68, which is on 2026-01-31.