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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Durham to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 214 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Perth:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Perth costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 8m.
The most popular day trips by train from Perth are Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews and Inverness. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Perth on Omio.
Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town and graceful Georgian streets. Historic landmarks, literary roots and a strong festival culture give the city a distinct, atmospheric character.
Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.
St Andrews is a small coastal town in Fife known worldwide as the home of golf and for the University of St Andrews. Medieval streets, castle and cathedral ruins, and broad beaches give it a historic yet lively character.
Inverness is known as the capital of the Highlands, set on the River Ness near Loch Ness. Its compact centre mixes Victorian character, Highland history and a relaxed atmosphere.
Travel to Perth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Durham to Perth.
This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Perth:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Perth costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 8m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Durham and Perth as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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