Train from Glasgow to Inverness: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Glasgow to Inverness on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ScotRailTrain
Glasgow Queen Street
InvernessCheapest
ScotRailTrain
Glasgow Queen Street
InvernessFastest
ScotRailTrain
Glasgow Queen Street
InvernessNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Glasgow Queen Street
InvernessNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Glasgow Queen Street
InvernessNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:36 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Glasgow to Inverness

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
112 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £49Average duration5h 40m
4kg CO₂e
Average price£18 - £173Average duration3h 22m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£15 - £15Average duration3h 50m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glasgow 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Glasgow to Inverness?

    The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Inverness start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Inverness?

    The average train journey time from Glasgow to Inverness is 3h 22m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Glasgow to Inverness route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Glasgow to Inverness?

    The earliest train from Glasgow to Inverness departs at 07:07. And the latest train departs at 23:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
25/11
£62
26/11
£62
Today
£63
28/11
£32
29/11
£60
30/11
£32
01/12
£24
02/12
£32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glasgow to Inverness was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £24

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

You can expect to pay from £24 to £161 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-12-01.

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