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How to get from Edinburgh to Perth?

Planning to travel to Edinburgh from Perth and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Edinburgh to Perth, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Edinburgh and Perth, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (East Coast, ScotRail, Blablacar, MegaBus or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Edinburgh to Perth, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Perth trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Perth, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Perth, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Perth train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Edinburgh Perth train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Edinburgh Perth

Carpooling from Edinburgh to Perth is perfect if you want to travel to Perth in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Edinburgh or Perth.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Edinburgh to Perth transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Edinburgh Perth Travel Information

Departure city
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Perth
United Kingdom
Scotland
Distance
32 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Perth easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Perth easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Edinburgh and Perth that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like East Coast, ScotRail, Blablacar, MegaBus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Perth with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Edinburgh and Perth

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Edinburgh to Perth?
Friendliness Carpooling from Edinburgh to Perth is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Economical A carpool from Edinburgh to Perth is often the most economical way to travel.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Edinburgh Perth trip. He is not always on time.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Edinburgh and Perth can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Edinburgh to Perth?
Speed Edinburgh to Perth trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility The train stations in Edinburgh or Perth are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Flexibility Edinburgh Perth train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Edinburgh Perth train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Edinburgh to Perth?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Edinburgh and Perth are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Edinburgh and Perth, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Edinburgh to Perth are mostly much slower than trains to Perth to cover the 32 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Edinburgh-Perth buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Perth?

Edinburgh Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley
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Haymarket (Edinburgh)
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Brunstane
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South Gyle
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Perth arrival bus stations

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Perth Arrival Stations

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Bus Edinburgh Perth

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Edinburgh-Perth varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Edinburgh-Perth bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Edinburgh and Perth usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Perth for your travel date.

Buses between Edinburgh and Perth usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Most buses between Edinburgh and Perth are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Edinburgh Perth

MegaBus
MegaBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Edinburgh Perth

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Edinburgh to Perth. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Edinburgh and Perth.

The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Perth depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Perth are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to Perth at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from Edinburgh to Perth. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

Train companies between Edinburgh and Perth

East Coast
East Coast
ScotRail
ScotRail
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Carpool Edinburgh Perth

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Edinburgh and Perth, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Edinburgh to Perth depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Edinburgh-Perth, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Edinburgh to Perth depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Edinburgh Perth trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Edinburgh Perth

Blablacar
Blablacar
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