What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Inverness?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Inverness is to train and bus via Ashford International which costs £80 - £170 and takes 14h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Inverness?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Inverness is to train and fly which takes 5h 45m and costs £75 - £210.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Inverness via Ashford International and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

How far is it from Kent to Inverness?

The distance between Kent and Inverness is 645 miles. The road distance is 574.2 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Inverness without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Inverness without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 10h 12m and costs £190 - £320.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Inverness?

It takes approximately 10h 12m to get from Kent to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Inverness train from?

Kent to Inverness train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Inverness train arrive?

Kent to Inverness train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Inverness is 574 miles. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Kent to Inverness.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Inverness?

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 717+ hotels available in Inverness.

Kent to Inverness - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Kent to Inverness by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Invernesstrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
10h 12m
£191–315
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LGW - INV
6h 16m
£64–175
Train, bus via Ashford International
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
14h 46m
£84–167
Drive 570.9 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Invernesscar 570.9 mi
10h 7m
£141–203
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the bus from Haymarket to Inverness Union Streetbus
12h 55m
£181–316
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
13h 56m
£145–263
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LHR - INV
6h 10m
£95–374
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane LTN - INV
5h 45m
£79–202
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
8h 37m
£161–457
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Invernesstrain
8h 42m
£116–288
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
4. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
9h 3m
£160–434

Kent to Inverness by train

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10h 12mAverage Duration

£191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 641.5 mi
Duration: 10h 12m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Inverness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Lenham to Inverness via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, and King's Cross in around 10h 12m.

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