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Trains from Bournemouth to Inverness

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Trains to Inverness from Bournemouth

First train

04:09

Last train

22:12

Departure stationBournemouth
Arrival stationInverness
Journey time

From 11h 6m

Distance

476 miles (766 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

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

Plan your journey from Bournemouth to Inverness

Considering a trip to Inverness and need more information on how to take the train from Bournemouth to Inverness? Start your search with us today!

Usually, the train from Bournemouth to Inverness takes around 15 hours 7 minutes. Every day, there are around 19 trains running on this popular route.

There will be 1 change on your journey from Bournemouth to Inverness, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Lumo trains run on this route.

Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.

Use our Journey Planner to pick the dates and times you want to travel, and we’ll give you all the options.

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

Want to know more about your journey from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

To travel to Inverness from Bournemouth, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 15 hours and 7 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 11 hours and 6 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Bournemouth to Inverness?

Trains from Bournemouth to Inverness take an average of 15 hours and 7 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 11 hours and 6 minutes. You'll usually find 19 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 Bournemouth and Inverness by train?

The quickest journey time between Bournemouth and Inverness by train is 11 hours and 6 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Bournemouth to Inverness?

No, there are no direct trains running from Bournemouth to Inverness, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Bournemouth 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.

1. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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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 Bournemouth 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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