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London Waterloo to Inverness Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Inverness? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £39.00, with average prices for this route around £51.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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19:44
14h 45m, Changes required
London Waterloo
10:29
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Inverness
LumoScotRail
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19:44
16h 22m, Changes required
London Waterloo
12:06
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Inverness
LumoScotRail
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20:35
12h 10m, Direct
London Waterloo
08:45
+1
Inverness
Caledonian Sleeper
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21:17
14h 49m, Changes required
London Waterloo
12:06
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Inverness
LNERScotRail
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23:05
13h 1m, Changes required
London Waterloo
12:06
+1
Inverness
Caledonian SleeperScotRail
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23:05
14h 20m, Changes required
London Waterloo
13:25
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Paris
Caledonian SleeperScotRail
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London Waterloo to Inverness Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:17
Last train
Last train
23:05
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Inverness
Journey time
Journey time
8h 40m
Distance
Distance
716 km
Price
Price
£39.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Inverness

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Inverness on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

To save on train travel in South East England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it's highly advantageous for frequent travelers within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Inverness. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Waterloo 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 to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Inverness, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Waterloo to Inverness train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.