The average train between Perth and Helmsdale takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth to Helmsdale. 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 Perth and Helmsdale. The earliest departure is at 8:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Helmsdale at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Perth to Helmsdale. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Helmsdale station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Perth to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Helmsdale train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Helmsdale station.
Book your Perth to Helmsdale train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Perth and Helmsdale is 191.9 km. The road distance is 347 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Helmsdale via Inverness in around 5h 58m.