How much is the train ticket from Perth to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Edinburgh start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Perth to Edinburgh?

The average train ride duration from Perth to Edinburgh is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 32 miles (52 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators service the Perth to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail , London North Eastern Railway .

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

The earliest train departs from Perth to Edinburgh at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:17pm.

What is the best train operator from Perth to Edinburgh?

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 Perth to Edinburgh?

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 most timely service from Perth to Edinburgh?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Perth to Edinburgh?

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 Perth to Edinburgh from $15

Next train departures

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Perth	1h 44m	9:58am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:54am	Perth	1h 20m	10:14am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Perth	1h 41m	8:41am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:14am	Perth	1h 42m	9:56am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Perth	1h 20m	10:15am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 27m	9:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 27m	9:20am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Perth	1h 21m	1:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	3:29pm	Perth	1h 13m	4:42pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	9:01am	Perth	1h 22m	10:23am	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:01pm	Perth	1h 21m	1:22pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:17am	Perth	1h 32m	10:49am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Perth	1h 19m	10:14am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Perth	1h 41m	8:41am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Perth	1h 19m	10:14am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Perth	1h 41m	8:41am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Perth	1h 19m	10:14am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Perth	1h 41m	8:41am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Perth to Edinburgh on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Perth	1h 19m	10:14am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Perth	1h 41m	8:41am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:16am	Perth	1h 41m	8:57am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:53am	Perth	1h 28m	9:21am	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:08 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Perth to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $35	Average Duration2h 26m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $45	Average Duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $5	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

London North Eastern Railway

4/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi5

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Perth to Edinburgh 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 Perth to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Edinburgh start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Perth to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from Perth to Edinburgh is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 32 miles (52 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators service the Perth to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Perth to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from Perth to Edinburgh at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:17pm.
What is the best train operator from Perth to Edinburgh?
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 Perth to Edinburgh?
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 most timely service from Perth to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Perth to Edinburgh?
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

12/09

$32

12/10

$32

Today

$33

12/12

$17

12/13

$17

12/14

$16

12/15

$17

12/16

$17

The cheapest trip from Perth to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $43 for a train ticket from Perth to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-14.

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.