What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station) is to bus via Park & Ride which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station) is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Perth (Station)?

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 and Perth (Station)?

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 (Station)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Perth (Station) is 48 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)?

The bus from George Street to Perth station takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Perth (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Perth (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station) is to bus which takes 1h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £80 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Perth (Station) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Perth (Station) bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Perth station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Perth (Station)?

Perth (Station) is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 2:38 AM in Edinburgh and 3:38 AM in Perth (Station).

Where does the Edinburgh to Perth (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Perth (Station) is 43 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Edinburgh to Perth (Station).

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

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

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Where can I stay near Perth (Station)?

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Edinburgh to Perth (Station) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station) 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 Perth stationbus Ember
1h 27m
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 Bus Stationbus X56
1h 51m
£7–12
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
1h 30m
£16–80
Drive 43.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)car 43.2 mi
57 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Perth (Station)taxi 43.2 mi
57 min
£120–150
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk094
1h 49m
£10–14

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Perth (Station).

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Distance: 47.6 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Perth (Station), Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from George Street to Perth station every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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