The average train between Hamilton and Inverness takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Hamilton 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 Hamilton and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 6:25 PM which arrives into Inverness at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central Low Level and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Hamilton station and arriving at Inverness station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Hamilton to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Hamilton to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
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The distance between Hamilton and Inverness is 190.8 km. The road distance is 306 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 17m.