How much is the train ticket from Perth to Inverness?

The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Inverness start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Perth to Inverness?

The average train ride duration from Perth to Inverness is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Perth to Inverness route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Perth to Inverness?

The earliest train departs from Perth to Inverness at 8:11am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Perth to Inverness?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Perth to Inverness?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Perth to Inverness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Perth to Inverness?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Perth to Inverness from $17

Next train departures

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:28pm	Perth	2h 15m	10:43pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:54pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:04pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12pm	Perth	2h 14m	9:26pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	3:46pm	Perth	1h 59m	5:45pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	10:53am	Perth	2h 26m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	6:01pm	Perth	2h 9m	8:10pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	10:53am	Perth	2h 26m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:19pm	Perth	2h 7m	6:26pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	Cheapest
Train	10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
Train	5:53pm	Perth	2h 15m	8:08pm	Inverness	No tags
Train	8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Perth to Inverness

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Inverness. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

81 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $45	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $143	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Perth to Inverness by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Perth to Inverness?
The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Inverness start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Perth to Inverness?
The average train ride duration from Perth to Inverness is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Perth to Inverness route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Perth to Inverness?
The earliest train departs from Perth to Inverness at 8:11am. And the latest train departs at 9:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Perth to Inverness?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Perth to Inverness?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Perth to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Perth to Inverness?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/10

$23

12/11

$23

Today

$24

12/13

$23

12/14

$23

12/15

$23

12/16

$22

12/17

$23

The cheapest trip from Perth to Inverness was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Perth to Inverness, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $138 for a train ticket from Perth to Inverness based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.