How much is the train ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The average train ride duration from Inverness to Edinburgh is 3h 51m, covering a distance of 113 miles (182 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 1m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Inverness to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 32 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Inverness to Edinburgh?

The earliest train departs from Inverness to Edinburgh at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:22pm.

What is the best train operator from Inverness to Edinburgh?

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.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Inverness to Edinburgh?

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

Which train operator has the most timely service from Inverness to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Inverness to Edinburgh?

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.

Train Inverness to Edinburgh from $22

Next train departures

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 20m	11:15am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 13m	11:08am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 20m	11:15am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	4h 2m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	4h 2m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 14m	11:09am	Haymarket	CheapestFastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 20m	11:15am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	4h 6m	12:47pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 20m	11:15am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	4h 6m	12:47pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:40am	Inverness	3h 34m	1:14pm	Haymarket	Cheapest
Train	10:52am	Inverness	3h 8m	2:00pm	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	9:40am	Inverness	3h 42m	1:22pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	10:52am	Inverness	3h 14m	2:06pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:40am	Inverness	3h 42m	1:22pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Inverness	3h 55m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 13m	11:08am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	4h 1m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Inverness	3h 55m	12:17am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 13m	11:08am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	4h 1m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:25pm	Inverness	4h 1m	9:26pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 13m	11:08am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	4h 1m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Edinburgh on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Inverness	3h 45m	12:07am	Edinburgh Park	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 13m	11:08am	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	4h 1m	12:43pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	3h 21m	11:16am	Waverley	No tags

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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	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $47	Average Duration5h 38m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$23 - $189	Average Duration3h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Inverness to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to Edinburgh start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Inverness to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Inverness to Edinburgh is 3h 51m, covering a distance of 113 miles (182 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 1m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Inverness to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 32 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Inverness to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Inverness to Edinburgh at 7:10am. And the latest train departs at 8:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Inverness to Edinburgh?
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Inverness to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Inverness to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Inverness to Edinburgh?
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

12/09

$83

12/10

$83

Today

$83

12/12

$44

12/13

$40

12/14

$40

12/15

$32

12/16

$22

The cheapest trip from Inverness to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $22

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 $22 to $179 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 $22 which is on 2025-12-16.

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.