Travelling from Oxford to Inverness by train

Want to know how to get from Oxford to Inverness by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Oxford to Inverness take around 9 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 665 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Oxford is scheduled to depart at around  00:27. The last departure is usually at around 23:15 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Oxford at around 00:07, with the last train leaving at around 23:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €189.79.

We think any time is a great time to visit Inverness, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Inverness.

Is there a direct train from Oxford to Inverness?

The journey between Oxford and Inverness usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Oxford to Inverness every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Oxford to Inverness?

The Oxford to Inverness train travel takes about 9 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Oxford to Inverness train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Inverness leaving Oxford at around 00:27 and the last train leaving at around 23:15 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Oxford at around 00:07, with the final departure at 23:10.