How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start from $15. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Perth?

The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 52 km. The quickest bus can get 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 115 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Perth at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 4298 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bus Station	1h 28m	8:43am	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Bus Station	1h 20m	9:15am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Bus Station	1h 14m	9:54am	Broxden Park and Ride	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Edinburgh Airport	50m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	Fastest
Bus	6:35am	Bus Station	1h 25m	8:00am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	4:45am	N St David St	3h 15m	8:00am	Broxden Park and Ride	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Bus Station	1h 20m	8:30am	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Perth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Perth. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

52 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $56	Average Duration3h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $63	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $12	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
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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
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E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
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F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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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
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,028 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 12028 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $17

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.

August 8, 2025

Good and on time

Syeda Tehreem I.

January 10, 2026

Very friendly staff and had a very comfortable journey

Eileen M.

December 29, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,302 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4302 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $15

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.

March 23, 2025

Easy to understand how to get tickets,fast service

Sintija Z.

August 4, 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 schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $15. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Perth?
The average bus travel time from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 13m, covering a distance of 52 km. The quickest bus can get 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 115 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Edinburgh to Perth?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Perth at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth?
A bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 4298 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Perth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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

01-11

$12

01-12

$12

Today

$11

01-14

$11

01-15

$11

01-16

$11

01-17

$11

01-18

$11

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $37 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 $11 which is on 2026-01-14.

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.