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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perth to Edinburgh will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 18 trains that leave Perth for Edinburgh on Sun, May 31, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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C02012Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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$19 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Perth to Edinburgh:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perth to Edinburgh costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 23m.
The table below shows live departures for Perth to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L87620 | On time 6:00 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h39 | 7:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87627 | On time 6:19 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h28 | 7:47 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87636 | On time 7:16 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h40 | 8:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C14810 · W83091 | On time 7:53 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h27 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
L87641 | On time 8:09 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h46 | 9:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88028 · W83108 | On time 8:14 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h42 | 9:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C14650 | On time 8:55 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h20 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87645 | On time 9:19 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h30 | 10:49 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02030 | On time 9:59 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h17 | 11:16 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L87652 | On time 10:14 AM Perth station (PTH) | 1h40 | 11:54 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Perth to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
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