How much does a train ticket from Perth to Inverness cost?

The average train ticket price from Perth to Inverness is $54. The best way to find train tickets from Perth to Inverness is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Perth to Inverness?

A train trip between Perth and Inverness is around 2h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 81 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Perth and Inverness?

The number of trains from Perth to Inverness can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Perth to Inverness by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Perth to Inverness?

When taking the train from Perth to Inverness, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

What are the best sights and things to do in Inverness?

Once in Inverness, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Old High Church, Culloden Moor Visitor Centre, Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Inverness Castle Garrison Encounter.

Train Perth to Inverness from $17

Next departures

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on September 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:03pm	Perth	2h 20m	9:23pm	Inverness	Cheapest
8:28pm	Perth	2h 15m	10:43pm	Inverness	Fastest
7:03pm	Perth	2h 20m	9:23pm	Inverness	No tags
8:28pm	Perth	2h 15m	10:43pm	Inverness	No tags
8:59pm	Perth	2h 20m	11:19pm	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on September 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	Cheapest
10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	No tags
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on September 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:28pm	Perth	2h 15m	10:43pm	Inverness	Cheapest
10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
5:54pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:04pm	Inverness	No tags
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on September 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01pm	Perth	2h 8m	8:09pm	Inverness	Cheapest
3:46pm	Perth	1h 59m	5:45pm	Inverness	Fastest
10:53am	Perth	2h 26m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags
6:01pm	Perth	2h 8m	8:09pm	Inverness	No tags
10:53am	Perth	2h 26m	1:19pm	Inverness	No tags

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

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on September 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	Cheapest
10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	No tags
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Inverness on October 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	Cheapest
10:02am	Perth	2h 4m	12:06pm	Inverness	Fastest
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags
5:57pm	Perth	2h 10m	8:07pm	Inverness	No tags
8:11am	Perth	2h 18m	10:29am	Inverness	No tags

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

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Compare 3 ways to go from Perth to Inverness.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $23	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$14 - $146	Average Duration2h 18m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Perth to Inverness

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

$18Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Perth to Inverness: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$54

Average train trip duration2h 18m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure7:43am

Distance81 miles (130 km)

Latest train departure8:59pm

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Perth to Inverness Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/23

$23

09/24

$23

Today

$23

09/26

$23

09/27

$23

09/28

$19

09/29

$19

09/30

$20

The cheapest trip from Perth to Inverness was searched and found on Sep 28, 2025 with a price of $19

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 $19 to $137 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 $19 which is on 2025-09-28.

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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Perth to Inverness is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Inverness you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Perth and Inverness compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Perth to Inverness while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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