*Based on a return fare.
There are up to 16 trains from Cardiff Central to Inverness.
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Journey information from Cardiff Central to Inverness
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
Trains from Cardiff Central to Inverness start at £156.90 one-way based on a return fare. Plan your journey online to see the cheapest train tickets to Inverness for your chosen travel times.
How long does it take to travel from Cardiff Central to Inverness by train?
The average journey time from Cardiff Central to Inverness is 12 hours 9 minutes. Journey times might be slightly longer on weekends and Bank Holidays. Use our online journey planner or download a timetable for more details.
How many trains a day are there from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
There are up to 16 trains per day from Cardiff Central to Inverness.
Are there any direct trains from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
No, we don’t operate any direct trains between Cardiff Central and Inverness. Use our online journey planner to find out where you’ll need to change.
What time is the first train from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
The first train leaves at 04:31 from Cardiff Central to Inverness. Buy your tickets in advance online or from our app and you’ll have one less thing to do before you board.
What time is the last train from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
The last train from Cardiff Central to Inverness leaves at 21:55.
Can I book assistance for my journey from Cardiff Central to Inverness?
Yes, we offer Passenger Assist services at the station and on-board between Cardiff Central and Inverness. You’ll need to book at least 2 hours before you travel, or before 22:00 if you’re travelling early next day. You can book assistance online or by calling our Assisted Travel team on 0800 046 1634.
Cardiff Central
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available
Inverness
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available