The average train between Plymouth and Perth takes 10h 41m and the fastest train takes 10h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Plymouth and Perth. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 2:27 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Perth. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Perth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.
Plymouth to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Perth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Plymouth to Perth train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Plymouth and Perth is 671.5 km. The road distance is 985 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Perth via Edinburgh Waverley in around 10h 45m.