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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Perth is to bus and line 7 bus which costs £9 - £20 and takes 2h 7m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh 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 14m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh 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 to Perth?

The distance between Edinburgh and Perth is 46 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Perth without a car is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £14.

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

The bus from George Street to Leonard Street takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Perth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Perth is to bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £9 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £80 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Perth?

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

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

Book your Edinburgh to Perth train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 510+ hotels available in Perth.

Edinburgh to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 7 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 StreetE9
1h 14m
£9–14
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
1h 30m
£11–80
Drive 42.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Perth42.8 mi
53 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Perth42.8 mi
53 min
£120–150
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park and RideUk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lamberkine Drive to Mill Street7 / ...
2h 7m
£9–20

Edinburgh to Perth by bus

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.1 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Leonard Street every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 14m. Two other operators also service this route. 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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