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Inverness to Perth Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Inverness to Perth. Traveling by train from Inverness to Perth usually takes 3 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can make the trip in 2 hours.
| Distance | 81 mi (130 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 0m |
| Lowest price | MX$198.83 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Inverness to Perth?
2 train services operate from Inverness to Perth. ScotRail usually has more trains scheduled, with 7 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| London North Eastern Railway | 1 | 2h 0m | MX$292.81 |
| ScotRail | 7 | 3h 35m | MX$461.06 |
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Inverness to Perth
Trains from Inverness to Perth are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Inverness at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Perth. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Perth to Inverness.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Inverness?
Main departure station: Inverness Train Station
There is one train station in Inverness.
All train stations in Inverness:
Inverness Train Station
Where is the train station in Perth?
Main arrival station: Perth Train Station
Perth has one train station.
All train stations in Perth:
Perth Train Station
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