Trains from Perth to Edinburgh

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Perth
    Departure location: Perth
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$30
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Perth
    Departure location: Perth
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$30
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Perth
    Departure location: Perth
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$38
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Perth
    Departure location: Perth
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$38
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Perth
    Departure location: Perth
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: ScotRailScotRail
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$30
Train Perth to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Train Perth to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$15
Average train trip duration1h 33m
Number of daily trains11
Earliest train departure7:00 AM
Distance51 km
Latest train departure11:13 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

Perth to Edinburgh Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains11
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:00AM - 11:13PM
Minimum PriceUS$15
Average Ticket PriceUS$15
Minimum Trip Duration1h9m
Average Train Trip Duration1h33m
Distance51 km
Train Companies on This RouteScotRail, London North Eastern Railway
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Perth - Edinburgh

The average train ticket price from Perth to Edinburgh is US$15. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Perth to Edinburgh 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!

A train trip between Perth and Edinburgh is around 1h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 9m. This is the time it takes to travel the 52 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Perth to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Perth to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Perth and Edinburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Edinburgh.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Perth and Edinburgh, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Perth to Edinburgh.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

Will you be returning to Perth by train?

Train from Edinburgh to Perth

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