What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Perth?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Perth is to line 23 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Perth?

The fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Perth is to train which takes 17 min and costs £11 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkeld and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Royal Dunkeld Hotel and arriving at Mill Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Dunkeld and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunkeld & Birnam and arriving at Perth. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Dunkeld to Perth?

The distance between Dunkeld and Perth is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dunkeld to Perth without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Perth without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £11 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Dunkeld to Perth?

The train from Dunkeld & Birnam to Perth takes 17 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Perth bus from?

Dunkeld to Perth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Royal Dunkeld Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Perth train from?

Dunkeld to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunkeld & Birnam station.

Train or bus from Dunkeld to Perth?

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Perth is to train which takes 17 min and costs £11 - £75. Alternatively, you can line 23 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Dunkeld to Perth bus arrive?

Dunkeld to Perth bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Mill Street station.

Where does the Dunkeld to Perth train arrive?

Dunkeld to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Dunkeld to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkeld to Perth is 14 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Dunkeld to Perth.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkeld to Perth?

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 507+ hotels available in Perth.

Dunkeld to Perth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 23 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunkeld to Perth by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkeld & Birnam to PerthInverness - Edinburgh / ...
17 min
£11–75
Line 23 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Dunkeld Hotel to Mill Street27X / ...
39 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunkeld to Perth14.4 mi
17 min
£30–40
Drive 14.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunkeld to Perth14.4 mi
17 min
£4–6

Dunkeld to Perth by train

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Dunkeld, Scotland and Perth, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunkeld & Birnam to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £11–13 and the journey takes 17 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Royal Dunkeld Hotel to Mill Street hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 39 min.

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