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Trip Overview

The average train between Helmsdale and Inverness takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Helmsdale 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.

2h 38m
Duration
99 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Helmsdale to Inverness train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Helmsdale and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helmsdale is at 5:44 PM which arrives into Inverness at 8:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 32m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 2h 39m • Direct
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    train train 2h 40m • Direct
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    train train 2h 46m • Direct
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    train train 2h 28m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Helmsdale 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.

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  • Distance: 99 mi
  • Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Helmsdale, Scotland and Inverness, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Helmsdale to Inverness twice daily. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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