Dorchester South to Inverness by train
| First train | 06:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:22 | |
| Departure station | Dorchester South | |
| Arrival station | Inverness | |
| Journey time | From 12h 32m | |
| Distance | 473 miles (762 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Dorchester South to Inverness in 12 hours 32 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Dorchester South to Inverness? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 17 hours 54 minutes to travel the 473 miles (762 km) from Dorchester South to Inverness by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Inverness. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Dorchester South to Inverness in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Inverness by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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