How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start from $10. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 trip duration from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 32 miles (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 124 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 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 recommended mode of travel 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 4290 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 has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Perth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:40pm	Edinburgh Airport	50m	4:30pm	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	CheapestFastest
Bus	3:10pm	Bus Station	1h 20m	4:30pm	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Bus Station	1h 28m	4:43pm	Perth Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Bus Station	1h 45m	6:00pm	Perth (Broxden Park & Ride)	No tags
Bus	5:15pm	Bus Station	1h 38m	6:53pm	Perth Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Edinburgh to Perth on January 3
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 4
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 5
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 6
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 7
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 8
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 9
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 the good way to reach Perth. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $38	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $45	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $8	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
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

3.5/511,856 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Very friendly staff and had a very comfortable journey

Eileen M.

December 29, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,297 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4297 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $10

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, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $10. The average price for this route is around $16. 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 trip duration from Edinburgh to Perth is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 32 miles (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 124 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 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 recommended mode of travel 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 4290 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 has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Perth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Perth was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $8

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 $8 to $36 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2026-01-03.

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.