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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Inverness takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Glasgow to Inverness. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 37m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Glasgow to Inverness train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Glasgow and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Inverness at 10:42 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 18m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 19m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 18m • Direct
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    train train 3h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 23m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 3h 17m • Direct
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    train train 3h 22m • Direct
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    train train 5h • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow to Inverness? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Glasgow to Inverness.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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