Train from Inverness to London: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Inverness to London on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Inverness
King's CrossCheapestFastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Inverness
King's CrossNo tags
Caledonian SleeperTrain
Inverness
Euston StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Inverness to London

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
16hAverage duration
444 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£26 - £102Average duration16h
18kg CO₂e
Average price£69 - £389Average duration11h 15m
17kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Inverness to London 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 Inverness to London?

    The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to London start from £69. The average price for this train route is around £135. 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 Inverness to London?

    The average train journey time from Inverness to London is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 442 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 54m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper.

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

    The earliest train from Inverness to London departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 20:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Inverness to London?

    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 31 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Inverness to London?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Inverness to London?

    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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Inverness to London?

    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 4.5 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
09/12
£256
10/12
£254
Today
£74
12/12
£97
13/12
No data
14/12
£96
15/12
£81
16/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Inverness to London was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £74

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

You can expect to pay from £74 to £259 for a train ticket from Inverness to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £81, which is on 2025-12-15.

Usually Caledonian Sleeper 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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