The average train between Perth and Cardross takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth to Cardross. 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 Cardross. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Cardross at 12:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Perth to Cardross? 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 Cardross. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Cardross station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Perth to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardross station.
Book your Perth to Cardross train tickets online with ScotRail and SPT Subway.
The distance between Perth and Cardross is 89.7 km. The road distance is 128 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Cardross via Glasgow Queen Street, Buchanan Street SPT Subway Station, Partick SPT Subway Station, and Partick in around 2h 13m.