The average train between Aberystwyth and Inverness takes 14h 48m and the fastest train takes 10h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberystwyth 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.
Trains run 4 times a day between Aberystwyth and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberystwyth is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Inverness at 2:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 14h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Aberystwyth 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.
No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth station and arriving at Inverness station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 48m.
Aberystwyth to Inverness train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.
Aberystwyth to Inverness train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Aberystwyth to Inverness train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Aberystwyth and Inverness is 563.1 km. The road distance is 864 km.
You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Inverness via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Haymarket in around 11h 51m.