The average train between Inverness and Plymouth takes 14h 4m and the fastest train takes 12h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Plymouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Inverness and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 2:47 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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13h 8m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Inverness to Plymouth? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Plymouth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.
Inverness to Plymouth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Plymouth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Inverness to Plymouth train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Plymouth is 790.3 km. The road distance is 1,196 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Plymouth via Edinburgh Waverley in around 13h 7m.