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Outbound fromHelmsdale to Inverness by train
It takes an average of 2h 39m to travel from Helmsdale to Inverness by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (78 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Helmsdale to Inverness and tickets for this journey start from £13.20 when you book in advance.
Take the train from Helmsdale to Inverness in 2 hours 30 minutes
If you want to travel from Helmsdale to Inverness by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Helmsdale to Inverness by train to take around 2 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 8 trains per day running on this route, which spans 49 miles (78 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Inverness. You can travel with ScotRail trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Helmsdale to Inverness start from £13.20 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Helmsdale to Inverness
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Helmsdale to Inverness is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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