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Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Inverness (INV)

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11

train journeys
per day

272

miles (438 kms)

8hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

00:13 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Inverness (INV)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Ainsdale and Inverness , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ainsdale to Inverness is approximately 272 miles (438 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Inverness.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ainsdale to Inverness. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 13 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Ainsdale to Inverness

Journeys from Ainsdale to Inverness Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:13
    14 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    14:15
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:06
    8 hrs 23 mins 4 changes
    15:29
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:58
    8 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    17:02
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:13
    8 hrs 13 mins 5 changes
    18:26
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:13
    7 hrs 54 mins 4 changes
    20:07
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:58
    8 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    21:23
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:13
    8 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    22:43
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:06
    8 hrs 13 mins 4 changes
    23:19
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    21:21
    11 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    22:36
    14 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    13:25
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness
  • Mon 17th Jun
    23:58
    14 hrs 17 mins 4 changes
    14:15
    Ainsdale
    Inverness
    Ainsdale to Inverness

About Ainsdale Station

Station name Ainsdale (ANS)
Address Ainsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:27
Thursday 05:32 - 00:27
Friday 05:32 - 00:27
Saturday 05:32 - 00:27
Sunday 07:52 - 00:27
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Inverness Station

Station name Inverness (INV)
Address Inverness station, Academy Street, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3PY
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 20:30
Saturday 06:30 - 18:30
Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ainsdale and Inverness

The travel time between Ainsdale and Inverness by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ainsdale and Inverness vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Ainsdale and Inverness can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ainsdale & Inverness. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Inverness.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ainsdale and Inverness, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.