The cheapest and fastest trains from Perth to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perth to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Perth for Edinburgh Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
8:141h33Perth9:47Edinburgh Airport£131One-way0 changes
8:591h30Perth10:29Edinburgh Airport£161One-way0 changes
9:591h30Perth11:29Edinburgh Airport£161One-way0 changes
8:171h14Perth9:31Edinburgh Airport£241One-way0 changes
9:171h14Perth10:31Edinburgh Airport£241One-way0 changes
9:171h14Perth10:31Edinburgh Airport£241One-way0 changes
8:171h14Perth9:31Edinburgh Airport£241One-way0 changes
9:591h30Perth11:29Edinburgh Airport£161One-way0 changes
8:591h30Perth10:29Edinburgh Airport£161One-way0 changes
8:141h33Perth9:47Edinburgh Airport£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Perth to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perth to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 50 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£17 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Perth to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Perth to Edinburgh Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:14 Perth | 1h33 | 9:47 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:17 Perth | 1h14 | 9:31 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:59 Perth | 1h30 | 10:29 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Perth | 1h14 | 10:31 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:59 Perth | 1h30 | 11:29 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Perth to Edinburgh Airport by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perth to Edinburgh Airport
Trains from Perth to Edinburgh Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 19:18 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway from Perth to Edinburgh Airport trainsScotrail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Perth and Edinburgh Airport from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Scotrail
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Perth to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perth to Edinburgh Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Perth and Edinburgh Airport
Most Perth to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Perth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Perth and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Perth from Perth city centre
Perth train station facilities and services
Perth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Perth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Perth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Perth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Perth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Perth: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Perth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 7, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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