The average train between Birmingham and Perth takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham 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 hourly between Birmingham and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Perth at 6:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 15m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Perth? 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 Birmingham to Perth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Perth station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Birmingham to Perth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Perth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Birmingham to Perth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Birmingham and Perth is 446.3 km. The road distance is 573 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Perth via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 10m.