Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 11 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:05	Waverley	1h 39m	18:44	Perth	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:34	Waverley	1h 36m	19:10	Perth	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:05	Waverley	1h 39m	18:44	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:34	Waverley	1h 36m	19:10	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 12 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:38	Waverley	1h 23m	10:01	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 13 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:38	Waverley	1h 23m	10:01	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 14 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:38	Waverley	1h 23m	10:01	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 15 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:38	Waverley	1h 23m	10:01	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 16 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	CheapestFastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 18m	17:51	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:05	Waverley	1h 41m	09:46	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 37m	10:10	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:38	Waverley	1h 23m	10:01	Perth	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 17 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 19m	17:52	Perth	Cheapest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	16:33	Waverley	1h 19m	17:52	Perth	Fastest
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:04	Waverley	1h 33m	09:37	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:04	Waverley	1h 33m	09:37	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:04	Waverley	1h 33m	09:37	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 36m	10:09	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:33	Waverley	1h 36m	10:09	Perth	No tags
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:37	Waverley	1h 24m	10:01	Perth	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 CLP 8 302, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

91bus per day

1h 25mAverage duration

51 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCLP 8 302 - CLP 33 437	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCLP 15 092 - CLP 44 532	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.8/516 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4.0/533 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.3

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from CLP 15 092. The average price for this train route is around CLP 33 277. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Perth?
The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Perth is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 52 km. The quickest train can get 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 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:18.
Which 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 33 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service 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 4.1 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

09/10

CLP 15 152

10/10

CLP 31 665

Today

CLP 31 665

12/10

CLP 15 112

13/10

CLP 15 112

14/10

CLP 15 112

15/10

CLP 15 112

16/10

CLP 15 112

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on 12 Oct 2026 with a price of CLP 15 112

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 CLP 15 112 to CLP 41 018 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 CLP 15 112, which is on 2026-10-12.

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.