The average train between Balloch and Perth takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Balloch to Perth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Balloch and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balloch is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Balloch to Perth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Perth. However, there are services departing from Balloch station and arriving at Perth station via Partick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Balloch to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.
Balloch to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Balloch to Perth train tickets online with ScotRail and SPT Subway.
The distance between Balloch and Perth is 83.2 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Balloch to Perth via Partick, Partick SPT Subway Station, Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 23m.