Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness Train Route Details
First train
06:36
Last train
21:29
Journey time
3 timme 28 minut
Distance
182 km
Price
180,61 kr*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
Best price promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Reduce your train fare by splitting your Edinburgh (Waverley) to Inverness route into individual segments.
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees
Recommendations
Trains from Edinburgh (Waverley)
Trains to Inverness
Popular routes
Top Destinations
Popular stations
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Durham
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Preston
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London St Pancras International
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Piccadilly
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Birmingham
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Victoria
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Deansgate
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Waterloo East
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester Oxford Road
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Victoria
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Marylebone
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Manchester
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Liverpool Street
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to York
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Paddington
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Sheffield
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Waterloo
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Preston (Lancs)
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Birmingham New Street
- Edinburgh (Waverley) to Birmingham Moor Street
*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.