- Home /
- Popular routes /
- Aberdeen to Inverness trains
Aberdeen to Inverness trains
Date & time
Passengers
Affordable travel from Aberdeen to Inverness
Enjoy the beautiful Scotland scenery flying past your window between Aberdeen and Inverness.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Average travel time
1 h 40 m
Distance
65 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for Aberdeen to Inverness trains
Things do to in Inverness
Finding cheap train tickets to Inverness is easy with LNER. Plus, our live timetables will keep you up to date.
The Highlands are known for their rugged mountains and stunning lochs, but the ‘Highlands’ capital’ Inverness also provides culture, fine dining and the chance for some retail therapy.
Nessie spotting
Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, you’ll know all about the Loch Ness Monster. And Inverness is where she lives, or so goes the folk tale. People get on the train to Inverness from all over the world to catch a glimpse of the mythical monster.
Loch Ness
Flat towers
St Andrew’s Cathedral looks like it really means business: all big, Gothic, square and… pink. It’s distinctive for its flat towers – the 30-metre spires planned for them were shelved at the last-minute. The towers would have looked amazing – but the stained glass and woodcarving make up for it. Worth a wander.
Flat Towers
A Wee Dram
Inverness is close to some of Scotland’s finest whisky distilleries. Glen Ord, to the west of the city, is one of the oldest. Years of know-how have gone into creating its famous single malt. Take a tour to watch the master distillers at work.
Glen Ord
Hidden Inverness
Get your fill of local history at the Highland Archive Centre. Explore the records to see how Highland life and folk have changed over the decades. It’s right next door to Whin Park and the River Ness, too.
Highland Archive Centre
Nessie spotting
Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, you’ll know all about the Loch Ness Monster. And Inverness is where she lives, or so goes the folk tale. People get on the train to Inverness from all over the world to catch a glimpse of the mythical monster.
Loch NessFlat towers
St Andrew’s Cathedral looks like it really means business: all big, Gothic, square and… pink. It’s distinctive for its flat towers – the 30-metre spires planned for them were shelved at the last-minute. The towers would have looked amazing – but the stained glass and woodcarving make up for it. Worth a wander.
Flat TowersA Wee Dram
Inverness is close to some of Scotland’s finest whisky distilleries. Glen Ord, to the west of the city, is one of the oldest. Years of know-how have gone into creating its famous single malt. Take a tour to watch the master distillers at work.
Glen OrdHidden Inverness
Get your fill of local history at the Highland Archive Centre. Explore the records to see how Highland life and folk have changed over the decades. It’s right next door to Whin Park and the River Ness, too.
Highland Archive Centre
Discover more things to do and places to see in Inverness.
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for a train from Aberdeen to Inverness
Book your Aberdeen to Inverness train in advance
Buying your Aberdeen to Inverness train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to London with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Inverness from Aberdeen
Access the best train fares on Aberdeen to Inverness trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Aberdeen to Inverness train in advance
Buying your Aberdeen to Inverness train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to London with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains to Inverness from Aberdeen
Access the best train fares on Aberdeen to Inverness trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Aberdeen to Inverness with LNER
Taking the Aberdeen to Inverness high-speed train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 65 miles, our trains from Edinburgh to London take just 1h 40m.
Once onboard, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Scotland to London train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounges at Aberdeen.
Related FAQs
What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness by train?
What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Inverness by train?
If you’re heading to Inverness from Aberdeen then try and buy Advance singles for the cheapest option. They’ll usually cost less than a Flexible ticket so set up a Ticket Alert and you’ll know when they're available. Remember that we’ll always match the best price you find and refund the difference, and there’s no booking fee with LNER either.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Aberdeen and Inverness?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Aberdeen and Inverness?
Yes, there are a range of Season Tickets available for LNER train journeys between Aberdeen and Inverness, ranging from one month to twelve months.
Which rail lines go through Aberdeen station?
Which rail lines go through Aberdeen station?
Train lines running through Aberdeen station are LNER, CrossCountry, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Which rail lines go through Inverness station?
Which rail lines go through Inverness station?
The main train lines running through Inverness station are LNER, ScotRail, and Caledonian Sleeper.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
