What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth is to bus via Park & Ride which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Leonard Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Perth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Perth is 47 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Perth without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

The bus from George Street to Leonard Street takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Perth bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Perth train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £80 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Perth bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Leonard Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Perth is 43 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Perth.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Perth?

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 508+ hotels available in Perth.

Edinburgh Castle to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Perth by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from George Street to Leonard Streetbus E9
1h 35m
Bus via Park & Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Park & Ride Arrival Baybus X59 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Canal Streetbus X56
2h 2m
£7–11
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
1h 42m
£11–80
Drive 42.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Perthcar 42.8 mi
53 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Perthtaxi 42.8 mi
53 min
£120–150

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 46.8 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Perth, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Leonard Street hourly, and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £11–24 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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