The average train between Perth and Alton takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Perth to Alton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Perth and Alton. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Alton at 11:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Perth to Alton? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Perth to Alton. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Alton station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
Perth to Alton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Alton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Alton station.
Book your Perth to Alton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Perth and Alton is 605.1 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Alton via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 11m.