Perth to Edinburgh Trains From £11.30*

Getting from Perth to Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Waverley with ScotRail takes around one hour and fifteen minutes.

On your trip to Edinburgh, you’ll pass through the county of Perth & Kinross and Fife before crossing the Forth of Firth and then arriving at Edinburgh.

ScotRail runs most rail services in Scotland, linking major cities like Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Aberdeen, and Inverness. It also connects these cities to smaller towns such as Livingston and Galashiels and offers cross-border services to destinations in Northern England.

Departing from Perth

Perth Station can be found in the city centre, on Leonard Street, close to South Inch Park. LNER, ScotRail, and the Caledonian Sleeper all make stops at Perth.

It’s accessible via local buses, which drop you off opposite the station’s entrance, and local taxis, which will take you to the entrance.

Main stops

There are eight stops from Perth to Edinburgh Gateway with ScotRail:

• Ladybank
• Markinch
• Kirkcaldy
• Kinghorn
• Burntisland
• Aberdour
• Dalgety Bay
• Inverkeithing

When travelling from Perth to Edinburgh Waverley, there are four stops at:

• Gleneagles
• Stirling
• Falkirk Grahamston
• Haymarket

These stops may change, so it's best to check before you travel. Poor weather, scheduling alterations, and engineering works can all result in cancelled or changed stops.

Arriving at Edinburgh

The train from Perth to Edinburgh with ScotRail will reach Edinburgh Gateway station and Edinburgh Waverley.

Edinburgh Gateway station is located at 1 Myreton Drive, in Gogar, on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It’s a great station to arrive at, as it connects to Edinburgh’s tram network, allowing you to navigate the rest of the city with ease. This station also serves Edinburgh Airport, making it perfect for when you’re about to take a holiday and need to reach the airport without any hassle.

Edinburgh Waverley is the city’s main station and a crucial transportation hub in the UK. It is the northern terminus of the East Coast Mainline and the second busiest station in Scotland after Glasgow Central. Its central position between Edinburgh's ‘old’ and ‘new’ towns, close to Waverley Gardens and the Scott Monument, provides unparalleled access to the city. Taxis are also waiting outside the station, and a shuttle bus leaves Edinburgh Waverley for the airport regularly.

ScotRail train classes

• Standard Class: Passengers benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi and convenient plug sockets for all devices.
• First Class: ScotRail does not offer a First Class ticket from Perth to Edinburgh Gateway. First Class service is available on the Perth to Edinburgh Waverley route.

ScotRail train travel advice

• Luggage: Maximum of three items of luggage. This goes up to two larger items and one smaller bag.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead. Other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Reservations are highly recommended, as each train has only two cycle spaces. To avoid disappointment, it’s best to book early.
• Children: Offer allows children aged 5 to 15 to travel for £1 each when accompanied by an adult. Children under five can travel for free.
• Passenger Assist: Boarding and alighting assistance, luggage carrying, and support for station issues ensure a smooth and successful trip.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.