What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth is to fly and train which takes 4h 33m and costs £95 - £300.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Perth. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Perth via King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Perth?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Perth is 452 miles. The road distance is 419.6 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Perth without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 44m and costs £80 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Perth?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Waterloo Station to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Perth train from?

Waterloo Station to Perth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Perth?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Perth is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 44m and costs £80 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via Edinburgh, which costs and takes 12h 12m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Perth train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Perth train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Perth is 420 miles. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from Waterloo Station to Perth.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Perth?

Book your Waterloo Station to Perth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 507+ hotels available in Perth.

Waterloo Station to Perth - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Perth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
6h 44m
£83–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Park and RideUkn11
12h 14m
£36–88
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Leonard StreetE9
12h 12m
Drive 417.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Perth417.2 mi
7h 41m
£103–149
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to PerthLondon Euston - Inverness
9h 36m
£72–93
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4h 24m
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
4h 33m
£96–300
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4h 27m
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4h 32m
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4h 51m

Waterloo Station to Perth by subway, foot, and train

171Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 449 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Perth, Scotland?

You can take a subway from Waterloo station to Perth via Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Waterloo station to Leonard Street via Golders Green station, Golders Green Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and George Street in around 12h 12m.

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