Train from Dundee to Inverness: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Dundee to Inverness on 26 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dundee 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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
4h 55mAverage duration
137 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 200 - R 803Average duration4h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 468 - R 1 360Average duration3h 14m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dundee to Inverness by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Dundee to Inverness?

    The cheapest train tickets from Dundee to Inverness start from R 468. The average price for this train route is around R 953. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Dundee to Inverness is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 26m and is operated by ScotRail.

  3. Which train operators serve the Dundee 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 Dundee to Inverness?

    The earliest train from Dundee to Inverness departs at 07:12. And the latest train departs at 20:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/01
R 448
25/01
R 449
Today
R 448
27/01
R 449
28/01
R 451
29/01
R 449
30/01
R 449
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dundee to Inverness was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 448

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

You can expect to pay from R 448 to R 1 292 for a train ticket from Dundee to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 449, which is on 2026-01-27.

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