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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £7 - £14 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from George Street and arriving at Perth station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley 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 Waverley to Perth?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley and Perth is 56 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £11 - £80.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £11 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Perth bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley to Perth bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Perth station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh Waverley and Perth?

Perth is 1h behind Edinburgh Waverley. It is currently 2:41 PM in Edinburgh Waverley and 1:41 PM in Perth.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley to Perth is 43 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 509+ hotels available in Perth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
1h 30m
£11–80
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Perthbus Uk094
1h 47m
£7–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from George Street to Perth stationbus Ember
1h 33m
Drive 43.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthcar 43.2 mi
55 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtaxi 43.2 mi
55 min
£120–150

Edinburgh Waverley to Perth by train

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from George Street to Perth station every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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