Aberdeen to Inverness train

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Aberdeen - Inverness Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

6 trains operate daily from Aberdeen to Inverness. The train trip from Aberdeen to Inverness is usually about 2 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 12 minutes.

	Distance	83 mi (133 km)
	Fastest train	2h 12m
	Lowest price	$59.57
	Trains per day	6
	Most frequent service	ScotRail
	Train lines	1

Which train should you take from Aberdeen to Inverness?

ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Aberdeen to Inverness. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
ScotRail	6	2h 17m	$59.57

ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Aberdeen and Inverness is approximately 83 miles, or 133 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 12 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Trains from Aberdeen to Inverness are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Aberdeen at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Aberdeen to Inverness.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Inverness to Aberdeen.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Aberdeen?

Main departure station: Aberdeen Train Station

There is one train station in Aberdeen.

All train stations in Aberdeen:

Aberdeen Train Station

Where is the train station in Inverness?

Main arrival station: Inverness Train Station

Inverness has one train station.

Train stations in Inverness:

Inverness Train Station

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