How much is the train ticket from Perth to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Edinburgh start from R 256. The average price for this train route is around R 571. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Perth to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Perth to Edinburgh is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 52 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by ScotRail .

Which train operators serve the Perth to Edinburgh route?

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

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

The earliest train from Perth to Edinburgh departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:17.

Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Perth to Edinburgh?

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 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 R 248

Next train departures

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Perth	1h 41m	08:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:54	Perth	1h 20m	10:14	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:14	Perth	1h 42m	09:56	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Perth	1h 20m	10:15	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 27m	09:20	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 27m	09:20	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01	Perth	1h 21m	13:22	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	15:29	Perth	1h 13m	16:42	Waverley	Fastest
Train	09:01	Perth	1h 22m	10:23	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:01	Perth	1h 21m	13:22	Waverley	No tags
Train	09:17	Perth	1h 32m	10:49	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:06	Perth	1h 27m	09:33	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Perth	1h 19m	10:14	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:00	Perth	1h 41m	08:41	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Perth	1h 19m	10:14	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:00	Perth	1h 41m	08:41	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Perth	1h 19m	10:14	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:00	Perth	1h 41m	08:41	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Perth to Edinburgh on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Perth	1h 19m	10:14	Waverley	Fastest
Train	07:00	Perth	1h 41m	08:41	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:16	Perth	1h 41m	08:57	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:53	Perth	1h 28m	09:21	Waverley	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Perth to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

52 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 186 - R 596	Average duration2h 26m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 256 - R 765	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 87 - R 87	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

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Perth to Edinburgh 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 Perth to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Perth to Edinburgh start from R 256. The average price for this train route is around R 571. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Perth to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Perth to Edinburgh is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 52 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by ScotRail.
Which train operators serve the Perth to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Perth to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Perth to Edinburgh departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:17.
Which 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 highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Perth to Edinburgh?
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 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

10/12

R 551

11/12

R 560

Today

R 560

13/12

R 283

14/12

R 264

15/12

R 283

16/12

R 283

17/12

R 283

The cheapest trip from Perth to Edinburgh was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 264

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 R 264 to R 727 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 R 264, 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.