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Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness, starting from KWD 24.410 and averaging KWD 24.410. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 35 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:48 Edinburgh Gateway | 10:29 Inverness |  | Find Tickets |
08:28 Edinburgh Gateway | 12:06 Inverness | | Find Tickets |
09:50 Edinburgh Gateway | 13:25 Inverness | | Find Tickets |
10:20 Edinburgh Gateway | 14:16 Inverness | | Find Tickets |
11:46 Edinburgh Gateway | 15:29 Inverness | | Find Tickets |
13:21 Edinburgh Gateway | 17:02 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness Train Route Details
First train
06:48
Last train
23:10
Journey time
3 hours 35 minutes
Distance
180 km
Price
KWD 24.410*
How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Edinburgh Gateway to Inverness train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.