The average train between Inverness and Aberdeen takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Aberdeen. 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 3 hours between Inverness and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Inverness is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 11:46 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness station and arriving at Aberdeen station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.
Inverness to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
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The distance between Inverness and Aberdeen is 133 km. The road distance is 172 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Aberdeen every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m.
