How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start at ZAR 260. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 292. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Perth?

The average train trip from Edinburgh to Perth takes 1h 32m and covers 52 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Perth route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Perth?

The earliest train from Edinburgh to Perth departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:18pm.

What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Perth?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Edinburgh to Perth from ZAR 245

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:34am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:07am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 20
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	7:35am	Waverley	1h 25m	9:00am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:04am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:37am	Perth	No tags
Train	8:04am	Waverley	1h 33m	9:37am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 21
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 12m	5:04pm	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 June 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Cheapest
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	Fastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on June 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	4:33pm	Waverley	1h 18m	5:51pm	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags
Train	7:03am	Waverley	1h 35m	8:38am	Perth	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to Perth

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Perth. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

93bus per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

51 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 142 - ZAR 685	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 260 - ZAR 747	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.5

Wi‑Fi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi5.0

GB train companies:FlixTrain, RegioJet, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Perth by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start at ZAR 260. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 292. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Perth?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Perth takes 1h 32m and covers 52 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 6m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Perth route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Perth?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Perth departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:18pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 31 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Perth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06-16

ZAR 543

06-17

ZAR 542

Today

ZAR 538

06-19

ZAR 257

06-20

ZAR 257

06-21

ZAR 257

06-22

ZAR 257

06-23

ZAR 258

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on Jun 21, 2026 with a price of ZAR 257

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 ZAR 257 to ZAR 699 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 ZAR 257 which is on 2026-06-21.

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.