Trains to Inverness Airport

Here is everything you need to know about trains to Inverness Airport, whether you’re travelling from the city itself or the nearby Highland towns.

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How to get to Inverness Airport

If you need to know how to get to Inverness Airport, our helpful guide has you covered. There are lots of different transport options that will get you to where you need to be, whether it's by train, taxi, car or bus.

When travelling to Inverness Airport, Avanti West Coast can take you as far as Glasgow Central. From there, other providers such as ScotRail will take you further until you reach Inverness Airport Station.

Trains to Inverness Airport

The nearest train station to Inverness Airport is Inverness Airport Station, the airport’s dedicated station. Avanti West Coast can get you as far as Glasgow Central. From there, other train operators like ScotRail and South Western continue to Inverness Airport Station. Once you arrive, the station is connected to the terminal building via a walkway. The walkway is around 1 km long, so it may take up to around 20 minutes to walk.

Taxis to Inverness Airport

Travel in comfort with a taxi to Inverness Airport. Various services and companies will get you there, such as Inverness Taxis who are partnered with the airport. There is a dedicated taxi zone just outside the airport, so travellers can easily access the terminal. Taxis to or from the airport can be booked online or over the phone. Costs will vary depending on how many people are travelling, and how much luggage is required.

Buses to Inverness Airport

Inverness Airport is also well connected by bus, making it easy to reach by public transport. Stagecoach Inverness runs service between the city centre and the airport, as well as the number 11 service which links Inverness Airport Railway Station with the terminal building in around 10 minutes. These buses run every 30 minutes, so you’ll be able to catch one with no issue. Tickets can be purchased online, on the app or onboard from the driver.

Driving to Inverness Airport

Around 15 minutes from the city centre, driving to Inverness Airport is also an option. If you’re reaching the airport by car, you can follow the postcode IV2 7JB. Access to the A96 is provided by the Inverness Airport Way. The airport offers convenient parking options once you have arrived. Choose between Short Stay, Long Stay and Premium Parking areas depending on your needs. There’s also a dedicated drop off and pick up area, which is free for the first 10 minutes. This area is located adjacent to the terminal, just next to the area for buses and taxis to stop.

Top routes to Inverness Airport

Route	Duration from	Price from
Coventry to Glasgow Central	3h 57mins	Avanti West Coast
Motherwell to Glasgow Central	17mins	Avanti West Coast
Carlisle to Glasgow Central	1h 11mins	Avanti West Coast
Preston to Glasgow Central	2h 23mins	Avanti West Coast
Inverness to Inverness Airport Station	10mins	ScotRail
Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station	2h 5mins	ScotRail
Elgin to Inverness Airport Station	32mins	ScotRail
Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness Airport Station	5h 55mins	ScotRail

What to do at Inverness Airport

Waiting for your flight to be called is no issue at Inverness Airport, with plenty to keep you entertained.

Where to eat

If you’re looking for a bite to eat before you board, head to one of the airport’s restaurants. D’Lish is a prime example, where you can enjoy sandwiches, pastries and cakes.

Where to drink

For a pre-flight beverage, places like Airside Café and Bar have you covered. Sit back and enjoy your favourite tipple as you wait for your gate number.

Shopping

Inverness Airport provides a selection of shopping options for travellers, ideal for last-minute essentials and treats for the flight.

Airport Lounges

Inverness Airport has a relaxing airport lounge which provides a vantage point for the airport terminal and the runway. Here you can observe the activity on the busy airfield in comfort and leisure.

Ways to save on your train ticket to Inverness Airport

If you’re looking to save money on your train to Inverness Airport, see below for some advice.

The first action to take is to set up Advance Train Ticket Alerts. This allows you to book to secure the lowest price ahead of time, ensuring you get the best deal possible.

Next, consider travelling off-peak if you can. While some flight times may not allow it, you could make big savings. Off-peak travel is between 10:30 and 14:30 or after 20:00 in the midweek, or any time on Friday or the weekend.

There are also Family Tickets to consider. Whether it’s discounted group tickets or using Railcards, this is another way to save big on your train to the airport.

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Glasgow Central at a glance

Accessible Booking Office Counter
Accessible Public Telephones
Accessible Taxis
Accessible Ticket Machines
Bus Services
Car Park
Customer Help Points
Customer Service
Cycle Storage Availability
Cycle Storage Sheltered
Impaired Mobility Set Down
Induction Loop
Left Luggage
Lost Property
National Key Toilets
Penalty Fares
Prepurchase Collection
Rail Replacement Services
Ramp For Train Access
Staff Help Available
Staffing Level
Step Free Access
Taxi Rank
Ticket Machine
Ticket Office
Toilets
Wheelchairs Available
WiFi

Glasgow Central Station

Accessibility and mobility access
- Accessible Taxis
  
  Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.
- Accessible Ticket Machines
  Yes
- Customer Help Points
  Yes
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter
  
  Ticket Office: available
  Travel Centre: not available
- Impaired Mobility Set Down
  
  At the Mobility Point on the station concourse. Help can be requested from the mobility point or by asking a member of station staff
- Induction Loop
  Yes
- National Key Toilets
  
  Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key.
- Ramp For Train Access
  Yes
- Staff Help Available
  
  Monday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Tuesday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Wednesday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Thursday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Friday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Saturday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Sunday – 08:00 to 00:30
  
  Any member of station staff can help or at the mobility point, travel centre as well as the ticket office. Passengers should arrange assistance before travel with the relevant train operator: Avanti West Coast 08000 158 123; Caledonian Sleeper 03300 600500; CrossCountry 08448 110 125; London North Eastern Railway 03457 225 225; TransPennine Express 0800 1072 149; ScotRail 0800 9122 901.
  The Mobility Assistance point is open between 07:00 - 22:00. When closed passengers should see any member of station staff. There is an intercom available.
- Step Free Access
  
  Customers requiring local trains in Lanarkshire, between Dalmuir and Motherwell / Larkhall, will need Platforms 16 and 17 at the underground Low Level part of the station. However, journeys on most routes from Glasgow Central will be from High Level Platforms 1-15.
  High Level Platforms 1-15 are all on the same level and require no step free access. To access Low Level Platforms 16 & 17 there are escalators. Disabled passengers should use the lift behind the ticket barriers on platforms 11-15. Disabled passengers can also leave by lifts to Hope Street and can leave all other exits by foot except Union Street. For step free access to Union Street disabled passengers should exit by Gordon Street.
- Wheelchairs Available
  Yes
Buying / collecting tickets
- Penalty Fares
  NR
- Prepurchase Collection
  Yes
- Smartcards issued at this station
  No
- Smartcard tickets
  
  Load smartcard at Ticket Machine
- Smartcard validators
  Yes
- Staffing Level
  Fulltime
- Ticket Machine
  Yes
- Ticket Office
  
  ScotRail Ticket Office (High Level)
  - Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:25
  - Sun: 07:20 - 23:25
  ScotRail Ticket Office (Low Level)
  - Mon - Sat: 06:30 - 23:30
  - Sun: 08:15 - 23:30
  Avanti West Coast Ticket Office
  - Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 21:30
  - Sun: 09:15 - 21:30
Getting to / from the station
- Car Park
  
  Oswald Street NCP Car Park - 555 spaces
  Accessible spaces: 6
  
  Monday to Sunday – 24 hours
  
  Telephone Number: 0845 050 7080
  
  Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Cycle Storage Availability
  
  Storage Space: 70
  Storage Shelter: Yes
  Cctv: true
  Note:
  Located in front of the escalators to platforms 16 & 17 beside the British Transport Police office and on platform 15
  
  Type: Stands
  Type: Racks
- Onward Travel
  
  First Group operate a network of frequent local bus routes around Glasgow city and nearby towns. For route maps and timetables: www.firstgroup.com/ukbus
  Arriva and Stagecoach operate a network of routes from Glasgow to surrounding towns. For routes and times: www.arrivabus.co.uk and www.stagecoachbus.com (not all buses are accessible)
  Buy a Glasgow PLUSBUS ticket with your train ticket, for discount price unlimited bus travel around the city. For details: www.plusbus.info
  For information about all public transport in Glasgow and Strathclyde the area visit: www.spt.co.uk
  The Station Interlink service is using an alternative bus stop at Glasgow Central and will pick-up and drop-off on Hope Street until further notice. For further information, including alternative travel options, please check the ScotRail website.
- Rail Replacement Services
  
  Please click below for the exact location Buses pick up/drop off :-
  Scotrail - 48 Waterloo Street, across from Atrium Court
- Taxi Rank
  
  Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
Station Facilities
- Lost Property
  
  Monday to Friday – 09:00 to 17:00
  
  Operator Name: Excess Baggage Company
  Telephone Number: 0330 024 0215
  Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- Refreshment Facilities
  Yes
- Toilets
  
  Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key
  Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
- Waiting Room
  
  Monday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Tuesday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Wednesday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Thursday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Friday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Saturday – 04:00 to 00:30
  Sunday – 07:00 to 00:30
- WiFi
  Yes

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Trains to Inverness Airport

Here is everything you need to know about trains to Inverness Airport, whether you’re travelling from the city itself or the nearby Highland towns.

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How to get to Inverness Airport

Trains to Inverness Airport

Taxis to Inverness Airport

Buses to Inverness Airport

Driving to Inverness Airport

Top routes to Inverness Airport

What to do at Inverness Airport

Where to eat

Where to drink

Shopping

Airport Lounges

Ways to save on your train ticket to Inverness Airport

Get the app

Glasgow Central at a glance

Glasgow Central Station

Accessible Taxis

Accessible Ticket Machines

Customer Help Points

Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter

Impaired Mobility Set Down

Induction Loop

National Key Toilets

Ramp For Train Access

Staff Help Available

Step Free Access

Wheelchairs Available

Penalty Fares

Prepurchase Collection

Smartcards issued at this station

Smartcard tickets

Smartcard validators

Staffing Level

Ticket Machine

Ticket Office

Car Park

Cycle Storage Availability

Onward Travel

Rail Replacement Services

Taxi Rank

Lost Property

Refreshment Facilities

Toilets

Waiting Room

WiFi

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