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Inverness - Aberdeen Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

11 trains operate daily from Inverness to Aberdeen. The train trip from Inverness to Aberdeen is usually about 2 hours and 19 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance83 mi (133 km)
Fastest train2h 10m
Lowest price$17.58
Trains per day11
Most frequent serviceScotRail
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Inverness to Aberdeen?

ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Inverness to Aberdeen. However, there are 11 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ScotRail112h 20m$24.04
  • 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 Inverness and Aberdeen is approximately 83 miles, or 133 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 19 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 10 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.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Inverness to Aberdeen on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Inverness at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 11 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Inverness to Aberdeen.

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

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Inverness?

Main departure station: Inverness Train Station

There is one train station in Inverness.

All train stations in Inverness:

  • Inverness Train Station

Where is the train station in Aberdeen?

Main arrival station: Aberdeen Train Station

Aberdeen has one train station.

Train stations in Aberdeen:

  • Aberdeen Train Station

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