The average train between Wales and Perth takes 9h 39m and the fastest train takes 8h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Perth. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Wales is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 9h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Perth. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Perth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.
Wales to Perth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Perth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Wales to Perth train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Wales and Perth is 456.6 km. The road distance is 711 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Perth via Crewe, Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 8h 34m.