The cheapest and fastest trains from Aviemore to Inverness
Cheapest price
10S$
Average price
20S$
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aviemore to Inverness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aviemore to Inverness will cost around 20S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 10S$.
Of the 9 trains that leave Aviemore for Inverness every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G802287:30 PM0h38Aviemore station (AVM)8:08 PMInverness station (INV)10 S$1One-way0 changes
L872744:29 PM0h33Aviemore station (AVM)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
C146845:50 PM0h36Aviemore station (AVM)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
C146942:38 PM0h51Aviemore station (AVM)3:29 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
C1468012:51 PM0h34Aviemore station (AVM)1:25 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
L872744:29 PM0h33Aviemore station (AVM)5:02 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
C1468012:51 PM0h34Aviemore station (AVM)1:25 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
C146845:50 PM0h36Aviemore station (AVM)6:26 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
L8728210:05 PM0h37Aviemore station (AVM)10:42 PMInverness station (INV)21 S$1One-way0 changes
G802287:30 PM0h38Aviemore station (AVM)8:08 PMInverness station (INV)10 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aviemore to Inverness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aviemore to Inverness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 6S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 6S$, and a train costs an average of 20S$.
Distance: 40 km
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1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Aviemore to Inverness train times
The table below shows live departures for Aviemore to Inverness trains for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G80228 | On time 7:30 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h38 | 8:08 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14686 | On time 8:34 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h49 | 9:23 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87282 | On time 10:05 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h37 | 10:42 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14687 | On time 10:39 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h40 | 11:19 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
C14680 | 12:51 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h34 | 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87271 | 1:33 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h43 | 2:16 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14694 | 2:38 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h51 | 3:29 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L87274 | 4:29 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h33 | 5:02 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14684 | 5:50 PM Aviemore station (AVM) | 0h36 | 6:26 PM Inverness station (INV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aviemore to Inverness
Trains from Aviemore to Inverness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 20S$ but you can travel from only 6S$ by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 35m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price 20S$ |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail from Aviemore to Inverness trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail trains will get you between Aviemore and Inverness from 6S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aviemore to Inverness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aviemore to Inverness by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Inverness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Aviemore and Inverness
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 21:25 Saturday 07:35 - 14:39 Sunday 09:40 - 17:20 Proposal to alter hours
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of the ticket office
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park in front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
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