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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Perth is to bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station which costs £8 - £17 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh to Perth is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Musselburgh and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Musselburgh to Perth. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Leonard Street via George Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Perth. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Perth via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Musselburgh to Perth?

The distance between Musselburgh and Perth is 61 miles. The road distance is 49.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Perth without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £4 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Musselburgh to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Perth bus from?

Musselburgh to Perth bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Musselburgh to Perth?

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Perth is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £4 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Musselburgh to Perth bus arrive?

Musselburgh to Perth bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Musselburgh to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Musselburgh to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh to Perth is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Musselburgh to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 513+ hotels available in Perth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
2h 6m
£5–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Street113 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Leonard StreetE9
2h 18m
Drive 49.1 mi
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Perth49.1 mi
1h 8m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Musselburgh to Perth49.1 mi
1h 8m
£110–140
Bus via Edinburgh, Bus Station
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Street113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus StationUk094
2h 38m
£9–16

Musselburgh to Perth by train

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Musselburgh, 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, you can take a bus from High Street to Leonard Street via Princes Street and George Street in around 2h 18m.

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