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It takes an average of 11h 43m to travel from Holyhead to Inverness by train, over a distance of around 289 miles (465 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Holyhead to Inverness and tickets for this journey start from £94.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:32 | |
| Departure station | Holyhead | |
| Arrival station | Inverness | |
| Journey time | From 9h 17m | |
| Distance | 289 miles (465 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £94.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Holyhead to Inverness in 9 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Holyhead to Inverness? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 43 minutes to travel the 289 miles (465 km) from Holyhead to Inverness by train, although you can get there in as little as 9 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 17 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change 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 Holyhead to Inverness in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £94.50. 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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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. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.