The average train between Inverness and Colne takes 9h 35m and the fastest train takes 7h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Colne. 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 Inverness and Colne. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Colne at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 9h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness to Colne? 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 Inverness to Colne. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Colne station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.
Inverness to Colne train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Colne train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Colne station.
Book your Inverness to Colne train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Colne is 422.8 km. The road distance is 640 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Colne via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 8h 9m.