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Edinburgh Waverley to Perth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh Waverley and Perth takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 11m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 29m
Duration
56 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Edinburgh Waverley to Perth train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Edinburgh Waverley and Perth. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh Waverley is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:56 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 33m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 22m • Direct
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    train train 1h 29m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 37m • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 22m • Direct
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    train train 1h 29m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 37m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 55.8 mi
  • Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland and Perth, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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