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London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh by train

First train

07:30

Last train

23:33

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Kyle of Lochalsh

Journey time

From 11h 34m

Distance

456 miles (734 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo

Taking the train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh in 11 hours 34 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 17 hours 35 minutes to travel the 456 miles (734 km) from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 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 Kyle of Lochalsh. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh 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 Kyle of Lochalsh by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh take?

The average journey time by train between London Kings Cross and Kyle of Lochalsh is 17 hours and 35 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between London Kings Cross and Kyle of Lochalsh by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh is 11 hours and 34 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh?

No, there are no direct train services from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh. Travelling from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh leave?

The first train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh leaves at 07:30. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh leave?

The last train from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh leaves at 23:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between London Kings Cross and Kyle of Lochalsh by train?

Trains travelling from London Kings Cross to Kyle of Lochalsh cover a distance of around 456 miles (734 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Kyle of Lochalsh to London Kings Cross.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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