Inverness to Lichfield by train
| First train | 04:54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:32 | |
| Departure station | Inverness | |
| Arrival station | Lichfield | |
| Journey time | From 7h 59m | |
| Distance | 345 miles (555 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Inverness to Lichfield in 7 hours 59 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Inverness to Lichfield? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 10 hours 46 minutes to travel the 345 miles (555 km) from Inverness to Lichfield by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to Lichfield. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Inverness to Lichfield in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lichfield by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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