The average train between Inverness and Leven takes 5h and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Leven. 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 Leven. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Leven at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Cupar and take an average of 5h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 28m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness to Leven? 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 Leven. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Leven station via Cupar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.
Inverness to Leven train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Leven train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.
Book your Inverness to Leven train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Inverness and Leven is 161.1 km. The road distance is 329 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Inverness to Cupar 6 times a week. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 43m.