The average train between Buxton and Inverness takes 11h and the fastest train takes 7h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Buxton 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 5 times a day between Buxton and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 8:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Buxton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Inverness at 2:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 11h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Buxton 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 Buxton to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Inverness station via Haymarket station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.
Buxton to Inverness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Buxton to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
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The distance between Buxton and Inverness is 491.6 km. The road distance is 626 km.
You can take a train from Buxton to Inverness via Manchester Piccadilly and Haymarket in around 9h 53m.