How much is the train ticket from Inverness to Perth?

The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to Perth start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Inverness to Perth?

The average train trip from Inverness to Perth takes 2h 12m and covers 131 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Inverness to Perth route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Inverness to Perth?

The earliest train from Inverness to Perth departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 8:22pm.

What is the best train operator from Inverness to Perth?

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 Inverness to Perth?

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 best on-time performance from Inverness to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Inverness to Perth?

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 Inverness to Perth from $24

Next train departures

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 2m	9:57am	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 2m	9:57am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 2m	9:57am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	2h 23m	11:04am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:41am	Inverness	2h 23m	11:04am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:52pm	Inverness	2h 15m	9:07pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	3:21pm	Inverness	2h	5:21pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	9:40am	Inverness	2h 19m	11:59am	Perth	No tags
Train	10:52am	Inverness	2h 3m	12:55pm	Perth	No tags
Train	9:40am	Inverness	2h 19m	11:59am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	Inverness	2h 23m	6:07pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:22pm	Inverness	2h 23m	10:45pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Inverness to Perth on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:44pm	Inverness	2h 23m	6:07pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:42am	Inverness	2h 21m	11:03am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:55am	Inverness	2h 3m	9:58am	Perth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Inverness to Perth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Perth. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

130 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $28	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $95	Average Duration2h 12m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $27	Average Duration2h 20m	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

GB train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Inverness to Perth 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 Inverness to Perth?
The cheapest train tickets from Inverness to Perth start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Inverness to Perth?
The average train trip from Inverness to Perth takes 2h 12m and covers 131 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 59m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Inverness to Perth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Inverness to Perth?
The earliest train from Inverness to Perth departs at 7:55am. The latest train departs at 8:22pm.
What is the best train operator from Inverness to Perth?
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 Inverness to Perth?
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 best on-time performance from Inverness to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Inverness to Perth?
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

12-11

$72

12-12

$72

Today

$33

12-14

$32

12-15

$32

12-16

$32

12-17

$32

12-18

$24

The cheapest trip from Inverness to Perth was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $91 for a train ticket from Inverness to Perth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-18.