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Trains from Truro to Inverness

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Trains to Inverness from Truro

First train

05:48

Last train

22:00

Departure stationTruro
Arrival stationInverness
Journey time

From 13h 1m

Distance

500 miles (804 km)

Frequency

16 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 Truro to Inverness?

Check out the next trains departing from Truro to Inverness for Tuesday 13th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:4921:2313h 34m, 4 changes
07:4922:4214h 53m, 3 changes
08:5322:4213h 49m, 4 changes
08:5323:1914h 26m, 2 changes
09:5323:1913h 26m, 4 changes
10:5808:2621h 28m, 3 changes
15:5408:4516h 51m, 3 changes
16:5308:4515h 52m, 3 changes
16:5312:0719h 14m, 3 changes
17:2912:0718h 38m, 4 changes

Trains to Inverness from Truro

Want to travel from Truro to Inverness by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 18 hours 30 minutes to travel from Truro to Inverness by train. You'll find on average 16 trains per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Inverness by train; you'll need to make 1 change.

London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway and Lumo trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Truro to Inverness?

Want to know more about your journey from Truro to Inverness? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Inverness from Truro?

To travel to Inverness from Truro, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 18 hours and 30 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 13 hours and 1 minute. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Truro to Inverness?

Trains from Truro to Inverness take an average of 18 hours and 30 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 13 hours and 1 minute. You'll usually find 16 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Truro and Inverness by train?

The quickest journey time between Truro and Inverness by train is 13 hours and 1 minute.

Are there direct trains from Truro to Inverness?

No, there are no direct trains running from Truro to Inverness, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Truro to Inverness?

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. Sign up to Ticket Alert

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Truro to Inverness is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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