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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £308.
Distance: 195 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £308 Average Price | £394 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Newcastle to Perth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Perth:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Perth costing on average £51.
A coach is £289 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Perth costing on average £308.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 41m.
Flight takes on average 4h 45m.
The journey is about 6m faster (3h 10m by train vs 3h 16m by car) and roughly £344 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£51 vs £394). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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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 Newcastle to Perth.
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Perth:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Perth costing on average £51.
A coach is £289 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Perth costing on average £308.
Other travel options to Perth take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 41m.
Flight takes on average 4h 45m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newcastle and Perth as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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