The average train between Mallaig and Perth takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Mallaig 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 3 times a day between Mallaig and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mallaig is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Perth at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Perth. However, there are services departing from Mallaig station and arriving at Perth station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Mallaig to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.
Mallaig to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Mallaig to Perth train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Mallaig and Perth is 161.4 km. The road distance is 345 km.
You can take a train from Mallaig to Perth via Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 54m.