What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders is to bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

The fastest way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Leonard Street and arriving at A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and The Scottish Borders?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to The Scottish Borders. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

The distance between Perth and The Scottish Borders is 89 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

How do I travel from Perth to The Scottish Borders without a car?

The best way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £24 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to The Scottish Borders bus from?

Perth to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Leonard Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to The Scottish Borders train from?

Perth to The Scottish Borders train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

The best way to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £24 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Perth to The Scottish Borders bus arrive?

Perth to The Scottish Borders bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at George Street station.

Where does the Perth to The Scottish Borders train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to The Scottish Borders is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Perth to The Scottish Borders.

How do I get a train ticket from Perth to The Scottish Borders?

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Where can I stay near The Scottish Borders?

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Perth to The Scottish Borders - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to The Scottish Borders by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh WaverleyPerth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GalashielsEdinburgh - Tweedbank
2h 51m
£24–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & RideX95
3h 51m
£11–20
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to George StreetE9
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to A7 Boleside Hail & RideX95
3h 26m
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from Perth to The Scottish Borders79.5 mi
1h 38m
£20–29

Perth to The Scottish Borders by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Perth, Scotland and The Scottish Borders, Scotland?

You can take a train from Perth to Galashiels via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leonard Street to A7 Boleside Hail & Ride via George Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 26m.

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