The average train between Melksham and Perth takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 7h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Melksham 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 every 4 hours between Melksham and Perth. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melksham is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Perth at 3:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Swindon and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Melksham 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 Melksham to Perth. However, there are services departing from Melksham station and arriving at Perth station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.
Melksham to Perth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Melksham to Perth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Perth station.
Book your Melksham to Perth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Melksham and Perth is 564.8 km. The road distance is 883 km.
You can take a train from Melksham to Perth via Swindon, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 18m.