Edinburgh to Perth Bus

from £4.49

What to expect of your trip

Fast, easy, and affordable options from Edinburgh to Perth

Min. trip duration

1 hr 10 mins

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Min. distance

45 miles

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Frequently asked questions

Coach tickets from Edinburgh to Perth start from £4.49. For the best fares, book early or choose midweek departures.
The route between Edinburgh and Perth generally takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by coach and covers approximately 45 miles.
On the coach from Edinburgh to Perth, you can bring one carry-on (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) and one checked bag (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) at no extra cost. Need more? You can add extra luggage or a bicycle when you book. For full details, check our luggage page.
The first coach service from Edinburgh to Perth is at 05:15.
The day's last coach departure from Edinburgh to Perth is set for 22:30.
No need to print your ticket. Just show the QR code from your confirmation email or the FlixBus app to the driver when you board your coach from Edinburgh to Perth.
FlixBus operates 6 coach stops in Edinburgh and 1 coach stop in Perth. Check the map above to find your pickup and drop-off points.
All coaches from Edinburgh to Perth are wheelchair accessible and equipped with boarding assistance. Service animals are welcome on board, and wheelchairs, walking aids, and other mobility devices travel free of charge. For full details, check our accessibility services page.
Coaches from Edinburgh to Perth come with free Wi-Fi, power outlets, extra legroom, and onboard toilets. You can also reserve a seat during booking, subject to availability. For the full list, check our onboard services page.

Coaches to Perth from Edinburgh: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Edinburgh and Perth starting from £4.49.
  • Average duration: the bus from Edinburgh to Perth lasts approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Edinburgh and Perth is 45 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Edinburgh to Perth bus schedules: to check coach departure times between Edinburgh and Perth, select your travel data to view all available journeys, including timetables and prices. You’ll then be shown every available trip option with full schedules and fares. You can do this by using the selector at the top of the page or via the interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 15 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Edinburgh, there are 6 coach stops. As for Perth, it's served by a single stop: Perth (Broxden Park & Ride). You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Edinburgh on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Perth.