The cheapest and fastest coaches from Perth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Perth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perth to Edinburgh will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 27 buses that leave Perth for Edinburgh every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach and train for Perth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Perth to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Perth to Edinburgh coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 17:35 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 18:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:35 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h56 | 20:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:35 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h56 | 21:31 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:35 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 19:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 3h11 | 22:51 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 21:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h15 | 23:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 00:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
FlixBus | 08:05 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 09:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:50 Perth, Bus Station | 3h19 | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h59 | 13:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Perth, Bus Station | 1h35 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 Perth, Bus Station | 3h21 | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h15 | 12:55 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 3h01 | 14:41 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 15:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h26 | 16:06 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Perth, Bus Station | 3h19 | 18:39 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h34 | 18:14 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h20 | 17:00 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:10 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 1h15 | 17:25 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Perth, Broxden Park and Ride | 2h59 | 19:09 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Perth to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Perth to Edinburgh
Buses from Perth to Edinburgh run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Perth to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Perth to Edinburgh with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Perth to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perth to Edinburgh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Perth and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- Bus: 100, 200
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