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Trains from Barnstaple to Inverness

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Trains to Inverness from Barnstaple

First train

05:25

Last train

21:41

Departure stationBarnstaple
Arrival stationInverness
Journey time

From 12h 42m

Distance

443 miles (712 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Barnstaple to Inverness?

Check out the next trains departing from Barnstaple to Inverness for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:2221:2314h 1m, 2 changes
08:3521:2312h 48m, 4 changes
08:3522:4214h 7m, 3 changes
09:3522:4213h 7m, 4 changes
09:3523:1913h 44m, 2 changes
10:3523:1912h 44m, 4 changes
11:3508:2620h 51m, 3 changes
16:3108:4516h 14m, 3 changes
17:3308:4515h 12m, 3 changes
18:3812:0717h 29m, 4 changes

Trains to Inverness from Barnstaple

Want to travel from Barnstaple to Inverness by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 17 hours 45 minutes to travel from Barnstaple to Inverness by train. You'll find on average 10 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Inverness by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Lumo.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Barnstaple to Inverness?

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

How do you get to Inverness from Barnstaple?

To travel to Inverness from Barnstaple, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 17 hours and 45 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 12 hours and 42 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Barnstaple to Inverness?

Trains from Barnstaple to Inverness take an average of 17 hours and 45 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 12 hours and 42 minutes. You'll usually find 10 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Barnstaple and Inverness by train?

The quickest journey time between Barnstaple and Inverness by train is 12 hours and 42 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Barnstaple to Inverness?

No, there are no direct trains running from Barnstaple to Inverness, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Barnstaple to Inverness?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Barnstaple to Inverness is right for you.

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

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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