The average train between Inverness and Wales takes 11h 48m and the fastest train takes 9h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:44 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 11h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Inverness to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Wales station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.
Inverness to Wales train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Wales train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Inverness to Wales train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Wales is 577.5 km. The road distance is 904 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Cardiff Central via Haymarket and Crewe in around 10h 36m.