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Outbound fromChristchurch to Inverness by train
It takes an average of 13h 47m to travel from Christchurch to Inverness by train, over a distance of around 476 miles (766 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Christchurch to Inverness and tickets for this journey start from £137 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:30 | |
| Departure station | Christchurch | |
| Arrival station | Inverness | |
| Journey time | From 11h 49m | |
| Distance | 476 miles (766 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £137 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Southern |
How to travel from Christchurch to Inverness by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Christchurch to Inverness? Look no further.
You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Christchurch and Inverness, which usually take 13 hours 47 minutes to complete the 476 miles (766 km) journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 49 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 3 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or South Western Railway 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 and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Christchurch to Inverness start from £137.00 when 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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.