How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start at R 160. The average price for this route is around R 246. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Perth?

The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 52 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Perth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 110 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Perth?

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Perth at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth?

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4306 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Perth?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Edinburgh to Perth from R 116 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	Bus Station	1h 38m	18:53	Perth Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	15:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	16:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	16:15	Bus Station	1h 45m	18:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	18:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	19:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	18:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	20:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:05	Edinburgh Airport	55m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:05	Edinburgh Airport	55m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bus Station	1h 14m	09:54	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bus Station	1h 14m	09:54	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bus Station	1h 14m	09:54	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bus Station	1h 14m	09:54	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Perth on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Bus Station	1h 14m	09:54	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	Edinburgh Airport	50m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	1h 25m	08:00	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bus Station	1h 28m	08:43	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	07:10	Bus Station	1h 20m	08:30	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:16 PM GMT.

Compare 3 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 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just R 160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

110bus per day

3h 11mAverage duration

52 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 160 - R 800	Average duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 137 - R 723	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 129 - R 129	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Perth?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

Stops in Perth

A
Perth Bus Station
57 Leonard Street, Perth, PH2, United Kingdom
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B
Perth Bus Stop Leonard St Opp Train Station
131 South St, Perth, Perth and Kinross PH2 8PA, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12162 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 176

Flixbus Edinburgh Perth recent customer reviews

The bus did not arrive at all, we had to arrange different transport last minute! Very disappointing!

Anetta S.

8 August 2025

Good and on time

Syeda Tehreem I.

10 January 2026

Very friendly staff and had a very comfortable journey

Eileen M.

29 December 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54 306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4306 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at R 160

Megabus Edinburgh Perth recent customer reviews

I missed my buses and connections because the bus stop indications at the start were incorrect. I had to replan my whole journey and day with the more than one hour delay.

Sarah D.

23 March 2025

Easy to understand how to get tickets,fast service

Sintija Z.

4 August 2024

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Perth by bus

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 bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start at R 160. The average price for this route is around R 246. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Edinburgh to Perth?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 52 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Perth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 110 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Perth?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Perth at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4306 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Perth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/01

R 139

28/01

R 129

Today

R 139

30/01

R 129

31/01

R 129

01/02

R 139

02/02

R 119

03/02

R 119

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 119

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

You can expect to pay from R 119 to R 406 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 119, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually FlixBus 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.