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Edinburgh to Inverness Airport Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness Airport, starting from US$80.41 and averaging US$81.37. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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23:10
10h 15m, Changes required
Edinburgh Gateway
09:25
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Inverness Airport
ScotRail
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Edinburgh to Inverness Airport Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Inverness Airport
Journey time
Journey time
3h 50m
Distance
Distance
185 km
Price
Price
US$80.41*
Train operators
Train operators
ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness Airport

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Edinburgh to Inverness Airport during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Inverness Airport, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 to Inverness Airport 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

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 to Inverness Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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