The average train between Markinch and Inverness takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Markinch to Inverness. 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 every 3 hours between Markinch and Inverness. The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Markinch is at 7:35 PM which arrives into Inverness at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Markinch to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Markinch station and arriving at Inverness station via Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Markinch to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Markinch station.
Markinch to Inverness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverness station.
Book your Markinch to Inverness train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Markinch and Inverness is 156.7 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Markinch to Inverness via Perth in around 3h 57m.