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Outbound fromLincoln to Inverness by train
It takes an average of 12h 16m to travel from Lincoln to Inverness by train, over a distance of around 327 miles (527 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Lincoln to Inverness and tickets for this journey start from £45.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:44 | |
| Departure station | Lincoln | |
| Arrival station | Inverness | |
| Journey time | From 7h 51m | |
| Distance | 327 miles (527 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £45.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Taking the train from Lincoln to Inverness in 7 hours 51 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Lincoln to Inverness? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 12 hours 16 minutes to travel the 327 miles (527 km) from Lincoln to Inverness by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to Inverness. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Lincoln to Inverness in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £45.50. 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 Inverness by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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