How much does a train ticket from Edinburgh to Perth cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Perth is $34. The best way to find train tickets from Edinburgh to Perth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Perth?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Perth is around 1h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 32 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Perth?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Perth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Perth by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Perth?

When taking the train from Edinburgh to Perth, you can travel comfortably and safely with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.

What are the best sights and things to do in Perth?

Once in Perth, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Margaret River, Boat Cruises, City Walking Trails, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts, Penguin Island.

Train Edinburgh to Perth from $13

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 20m	5:53pm	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train	7:35am	Waverley	1h 25m	9:00am	Perth	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 20m	5:53pm	Perth	No tags
Train	8:04am	Waverley	1h 44m	9:48am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:04am	Waverley	1h 44m	9:48am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:32pm	Waverley	1h 24m	5:56pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	3:52pm	Waverley	1h 14m	5:06pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	9:25am	Waverley	1h 27m	10:52am	Perth	No tags
Train	4:32pm	Waverley	1h 24m	5:56pm	Perth	No tags
Train	9:25am	Waverley	1h 27m	10:52am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 19m	5:52pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 39m	8:42am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Perth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Perth. The journey takes about 1 hour 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

98bus per day

1h 53mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $38	Average Duration1h 53m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $45	Average Duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Perth by train

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How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Perth?
Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Perth?
What are the best sights and things to do in Perth?

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/13

$32

11/14

$32

Today

$15

11/16

$15

11/17

$15

11/18

$15

11/19

$15

11/20

$15

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Perth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $41 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Perth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually ScotRail will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.