The average train between Darwen and Inverness takes 8h 49m and the fastest train takes 7h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Darwen 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 every 4 hours between Darwen and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darwen is at 7:56 PM which arrives into Inverness at 12:07 PM. All services require a transfer at Blackburn and take an average of 8h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Darwen 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 Darwen to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Inverness station via Haymarket station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.
Darwen to Inverness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Darwen to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
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The distance between Darwen and Inverness is 434.7 km. The road distance is 554 km.
You can take a train from Darwen to Inverness via Blackburn, Preston, and Haymarket in around 8h 59m.