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Perth Museum
Perth's flagship museum in the restored city hall, displaying local treasures including the Stone of Destiny and major stories of the region.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€123
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€222
Fastest journey on Sep 23
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
6 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 23
3
Distance
585 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Perth will cost around €222 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €123.
It's difficult to get from London to Perth without transferring at least once.
Y14756+
L86912
G80198+
L86912 · W83174
W34177+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L86913
W34177+
Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+
L86913
G80198+
L86912 · W83174
Y14756+
L86912Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €69 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, while a flight costs an average of €212.
Distance: 363 miles (585 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€148 Average price | €212 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration 11h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Perth:
A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Perth costing on average €148.
A bus is €144 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Perth costing on average €212.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 43m.
Bus takes on average 11h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Perth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y14756+ L86912 | 6:11 AM London Euston (EUS) | 6h25 | 12:36 PM Perth station (PTH) | 1 transfer | |
G80198+ L86912 · W83174 | 6:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 6h06 | 12:36 PM Perth station (PTH) | 2 transfers | |
W34177+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street+ L86913 | 7:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 6h05 | 1:35 PM Perth station (PTH) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from London to Perth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 363 miles (585 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 363 miles (585 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 4:27 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Perth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Perth trip today.
Perth's flagship museum in the restored city hall, displaying local treasures including the Stone of Destiny and major stories of the region.
Celebrated regimental museum inside Balhousie Castle, with uniforms, medals, and vivid exhibits on Scotland's famous Black Watch.
Free local-history museum in a medieval house, telling Perth's civic and social story through displays and changing exhibitions.
Broad riverside park ideal for walks, events, and views of the Tay; one of Perth's classic open spaces and a local favorite.
Attractive riverside path linking gardens and views over the Tay; especially good for a scenic stroll close to the city centre.
Large public park south of the centre with river walks and wide lawns; excellent for relaxing and seeing everyday Perth life.
Scotch Broth is a hearty soup of lamb, barley and root vegetables, long linked to Scottish home cooking and well suited to Perthshire's cool climate.
Cullen Skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup. It is a classic Scottish fish dish often found on menus across Perth and eastern Scotland.
Haggis is Scotland's iconic savoury pudding of offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and closely tied to national food culture.
Fine dining restaurant at Gleneagles, west of Perth, celebrated for refined Scottish cuisine and elegant service.
Established restaurant in Perth known for modern Scottish cooking with local produce in a polished but relaxed setting.
Well-known Perth cafe and deli popular for breakfast, brunch, baking and coffee in a friendly central setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are reasonable, and Perth is usually cheaper than Edinburgh for meals and stays.
Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up. Cafes and pubs: small tip only for table service.
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Perth Railway Station -> Perth Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Perth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Perth trains use the London Kings Cross to Perth station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Perth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Perth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Perth.
Wi-Fi is available at Perth.
Ticket office support is available at Perth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perth: Parking, WC.
Available at Perth: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 7, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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