The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Perth
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Perth will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 trains that leave Inverness for Perth on Sat, Nov 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Inverness to Perth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Inverness to Perth train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Perth trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:36 AM Inverness | 2h14 | 6:50 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Inverness | 2h23 | 10:04 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:26 PM Inverness | 2h11 | 6:37 PM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness to Perth by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Inverness to Perth trains with Omio?
ScotRail as well as LNER offer trains services from Inverness to Perth. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Inverness to Perth.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ScotRail, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Perth.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ScotRail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness to Perth.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While ScotRail tickets can be bought on ScotRail's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Inverness to Perth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Perth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Perth
Trains from Inverness to Perth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 20:59 |
Train companies: ScotRail, LNER from Inverness to Perth trainsScotRail, LNER trains will get you between Inverness and Perth from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Perth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Perth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness to Perth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:30 - 18:30 Sunday 09:15 - 20:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 19:30 Saturday 07:45 - 19:15 Sunday 08:15 - 19:15
- Type of shops available: Travelines and PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 7
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near the automatic gates at the station entrance. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the main station entrance car park
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