The average train between Inverness and South Queensferry takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to South Queensferry. 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 every 2 hours between Inverness and South Queensferry. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:45 PM which arrives into South Queensferry at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness to South Queensferry? 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 South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Inverness to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Inverness to South Queensferry train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Inverness and South Queensferry is 173.1 km. The road distance is 315 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Two other operators also service this route.