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

The cheapest way to get from London to Inverness is to train and fly which costs £45 - £170 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Inverness is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between London and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Inverness. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Union Street via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

Is there a direct train between London and Inverness?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Inverness. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from London to Inverness?

The distance between London and Inverness is 469 miles. The road distance is 532.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Inverness without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs £120 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from London to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Inverness bus from?

London to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Inverness train from?

London to Inverness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from London to Inverness?

The best way to get from London to Inverness is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £130 and takes 8h 2m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 11h 59m.

Where does the London to Inverness bus arrive?

London to Inverness bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the London to Inverness train arrive?

London to Inverness train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Inverness station.

Can I drive from London to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Inverness is 532 miles. It takes approximately 9h 38m to drive from London to Inverness.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Inverness?

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

There are 1210+ hotels available in Inverness.

London to Inverness - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from London to Inverness by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly London Heathrow Airport to Inverness Dalcross Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LHR - INV
3h 57m
£63–307
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LGW - INV
4h 8m
£47–136
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to InvernessLondon Kings Cross - Inverness
8h 2m
£120–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Union StreetE9
11h 59m
Drive 529.3 mi
1. Drive from London to Inverness529.3 mi
9h 38m
£129–187
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)LTN - INV
4h 3m
£48–165
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Aberdeen Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)LHR - ABZ
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness
6h 15m
£97–352
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
7h 8m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Euston to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3M90
9h 43m
£71–248

London to Inverness by train

15Weekly Trains

8h 2mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.2 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

British Airways, Loganair, and KLM fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) 3 times a day. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Inverness once daily. Tickets cost £121–125 and the journey takes 8h 2m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once daily.

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