The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH)
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 12 trains that leave Inverness station (INV) for Perth station (PTH) on Mon, Jun 22, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.
C148095:35 AM2h15Inverness station (INV)7:50 AMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
L881068:22 PM2h23Inverness station (INV)10:45 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
L870556:52 PM2h11Inverness station (INV)9:03 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
L881013:44 PM2h23Inverness station (INV)6:07 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
C148155:25 PM2h12Inverness station (INV)7:37 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
C020297:55 AM2h03Inverness station (INV)9:58 AMPerth station (PTH)$241One-way0 transfers
C148132:50 PM2h04Inverness station (INV)4:54 PMPerth station (PTH)$531One-way0 transfers
L8705010:50 AM2h10Inverness station (INV)1:00 PMPerth station (PTH)$531One-way0 transfers
L870556:52 PM2h11Inverness station (INV)9:03 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
C148155:25 PM2h12Inverness station (INV)7:37 PMPerth station (PTH)$231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$38 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH):
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Perth station (PTH) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Live departures
Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02012 | On time 9:40 AM Inverness station (INV) | 2h19 | 11:59 AM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87058 | On time 10:52 AM Inverness station (INV) | 2h03 | 12:55 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88088 | On time 12:37 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h18 | 2:55 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14657 | On time 1:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h02 | 3:27 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87059 | On time 3:21 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h00 | 5:21 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88082 | On time 4:25 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h12 | 6:37 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87060 | On time 6:52 PM Inverness station (INV) | 2h15 | 9:07 PM Perth station (PTH) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) by train or bus
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH)
Trains from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Inverness station (INV) and Perth station (PTH) 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 station (INV) to Perth station (PTH)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH) 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 station (PTH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Inverness station (INV) to Perth station (PTH)
- 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

