The average train between Perth and Balloch takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Perth to Balloch. 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 Perth and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Balloch at 11:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Perth to Balloch? 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 Perth to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Balloch station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Perth to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Balloch train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Balloch station.
Book your Perth to Balloch train tickets online with ScotRail and SPT Subway.
The distance between Perth and Balloch is 83.2 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Balloch via Glasgow Queen Street, Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station, Partick SPT Subway Station, and Partick in around 2h 30m.