Trains from Inverness to Birmingham New Street

There are no direct trains running from Inverness to Birmingham. However, ScotRail runs services between Inverness and Edinburgh. From Edinburgh Waverley, there's a direct train route to Birmingham New Street operated by Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains).

ScotRail provides free WiFi on this route, First Class seating, and there are no restrictions on bikes. However, space is limited during peak hours. There's also an at-seat buffet cart service providing hot and cold drinks and light snacks.

For more information, visit our ScotRail page.

All Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) trains on this line have power socket seats available on request, a buffet cart or dining carriage called The Foodbar, and a Quiet Coach. There's also free WiFi too!

Route information from Inverness to Birmingham

From Inverness, you'll be taken through the scenic Scottish Highlands. Before arriving at Edinburgh you'll be able to enjoy the picturesque landscapes of Cairngorms National Park, the largest national park in the British Isles.

Once in Edinburgh, the crossing of the Forth Rail Bridge is a spectacular experience for all. The train from Edinburgh to Bristol takes you through the Lowlands of Scotland and provides scenic views of the British East Coast, taking in sights across Newcastle, York, Leeds, Sheffield and the Peak District before heading to Birmingham.

Things to do in Birmingham

Birmingham is the second biggest city in the United Kingdom and has plenty to offer. Go on a boat trip on Birmingham´s canals, which were at the forefront of the industrial revolution in the 19th-century. These boat trips will take you along the City Heritage route, covering both the original James Brindley canal and Sir Thomas Telford’s. Alternatively, you can escape the city centre and head to the Botanical Gardens. Opened 200 years ago, Birmingham Botanical Gardens cover everything from deserts to tropical rainforests and can be a welcome change of pace.