Train tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh

Next train departures

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on November 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Inverness
WaverleyCheapest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Inverness
HaymarketFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Inverness
WaverleyNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Inverness
WaverleyNo tags
ScotRailTrain
Inverness
WaverleyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:07 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Inverness to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
113 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$12 - $69Average Duration5h 7m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$23 - $187Average Duration3h 51m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$17 - $17Average Duration3h 30m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/17
$82
11/18
$82
Today
$82
11/20
$40
11/21
$31
11/22
$31
11/23
$35
11/24
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Inverness to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $174 for a train ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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