Trains to Inverness from Cardiff Central
| First train | 03:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Central | |
| Arrival station | Inverness | |
| Journey time | From 9h 43m | |
| Distance | 417 miles (671 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
What are the train times from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
Get from Cardiff Central to Inverness in as little as 9 hours 43 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.
The average train journey from Cardiff Central to Inverness takes around 13 hours 54 minutes. There are around 32 trains that operate on this route daily.
As there are no direct trains between Cardiff Central and Inverness, you'll need to make 1 change.
Trains on this route are operated by London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Lumo.
Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.
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