Disruption between Perth and Inverness expected until the end of the day
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 20:56
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Route(s) affected
between Perth and Inverness
Description
A person has been hit by a train between Aviemore and Inverness.
Whilst the emergency respond to this incident and carry out their work all lines between these stations will be closed.
As a result, services between Perth and Inverness will be cancelled, revised or delayed up to 60 minutes.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
If you've been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.
ScotRail customer advice:
You can use your ticket, at no additional cost, on ScotRail services via any alternative route to your destination.
If you have had to drive to another station your ticket will be valid to collect your car on your return journey. Speak to a member of staff to validate your ticket.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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