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Banbury to Inverness by train

First train

06:28

Last train

21:57

Departure station

Banbury

Arrival station

Inverness

Journey time

From 9h 4m

Distance

392 miles (630 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway

How to travel from Banbury to Inverness by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Banbury to Inverness? Look no further.

You'll usually find 13 trains per day running between Banbury and Inverness, which usually take 12 hours 18 minutes to complete the 392 miles (630 km) journey. It can take as little as 9 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Inverness by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Banbury to Inverness if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Inverness? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

FAQs about the train journey from Banbury to Inverness

Want to know more about your journey from Banbury to Inverness? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Banbury to Inverness?

You can get from Banbury to Inverness by train in 12 hours and 18 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 9 hours and 4 minutes. You can also take the bus from Banbury to Inverness. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Banbury to Inverness take?

The average journey time by train between Banbury and Inverness is 12 hours and 18 minutes, with around 13 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Banbury and Inverness by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Banbury to Inverness is 9 hours and 4 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Banbury to Inverness?

No, there are no direct train services from Banbury to Inverness. Travelling from Banbury to Inverness by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Banbury to Inverness

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Banbury to Inverness is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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