The average train between Liverpool and Inverness takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Liverpool 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.
Trains run every 3 hours between Liverpool and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liverpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Inverness at 10:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan North Western and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Liverpool 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.
No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Wigan North Western station and arriving at Inverness station via Glasgow Central station and Perth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.
Liverpool to Inverness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Liverpool to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
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The distance between Liverpool and Inverness is 459.2 km. The road distance is 591 km.
You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Inverness via Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 8h 54m.