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Which bus from Edinburgh to Perth is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Edinburgh to Perth. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus or megabus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£6
tomorrow
£6
Sunday
£6
Monday
£7
Tuesday
£16
Wednesday
£7
Thursday
£6

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 1h 10m 09:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 10:50 Perth Bus Station  Economy £6
FlixBus 1h 10m 15:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 16:50 Perth Bus Station  Economy £6
megabus 1h 14m 09:15 Edinburgh Central bus station 10:29 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £8
megabus 1h 20m 10:15 Edinburgh Central bus station 11:35 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £8
Scottish Citylink 0h 53m 09:36 Edinburgh Barnton Junction 10:29 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Basic £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 55m 07:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 50m 07:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
megabus 1h 10m 19:25 Edinburgh Central bus station 20:35 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
megabus 1h 10m 20:25 Edinburgh Central bus station 21:35 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
Scottish Citylink 1h 16m 09:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 10:38 Perth Bus Station  Basic £16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 55m 07:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 50m 07:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
megabus 1h 10m 00:25 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:35 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
megabus 1h 18m 07:15 Edinburgh Central bus station 08:33 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
Scottish Citylink 1h 7m 09:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 10:29 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Basic £17

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
megabus 3h 15m 04:45 Edinburgh N St David St 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 1h 25m 06:35 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 1h 20m 07:10 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 08:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 1h 20m 09:10 Edinburgh St Andrew Square 10:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
megabus 1h 10m 00:25 Edinburgh Central bus station 01:35 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Scottish Citylink 1h 16m 09:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 10:38 Perth Bus Station  Basic £16
Scottish Citylink 1h 46m 11:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 13:08 Perth Bus Station  Basic £16
Scottish Citylink 1h 21m 11:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 12:43 Perth Bus Station  Basic £16
Scottish Citylink 1h 7m 09:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 10:29 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Basic £16
Scottish Citylink 1h 11m 11:22 Edinburgh Edingburgh - Queensferry Street 12:33 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Basic £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Perth via Ratho, you can save more than £6? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 38%
      3h 26m
      Edinburgh
      13 km
      19:19
      Ratho
      Newbridge Glasgow Rd Coach Stop
      22:45
      Perth
      Broxden Park and Ride
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 55m 07:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 0h 50m 07:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 0h 50m 09:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 10:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 0h 55m 12:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 13:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7
FlixBus 0h 55m 13:15 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 14:10 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 0h 55m 07:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 50m 07:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 08:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 50m 09:40 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 10:30 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 55m 11:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 12:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6
FlixBus 0h 55m 12:05 Edinburgh Ingliston Park & Ride 13:00 Perth Broxden Park and Ride  Economy £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Perth is £6 on 19/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Edinburgh and Perth?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Edinburgh to Perth. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 197 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Perth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Perth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 248 coaches from Edinburgh to Perth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Perth, with 22 offers.

All facts for Edinburgh to Perth bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and megabus that travel daily 101 times by bus from Edinburgh to Perth in one click. Book your Edinburgh to Perth bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 0h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:01
Latest Coach 23:05
Daily Bus Connections 101 Ø
Distance 51.4 km
Coach Companies Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and megabus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Perth?

Every day, 101 buses from 3 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Perth. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 19/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/12
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
Thursday 18/12
Friday 19/12
£6
Saturday 20/12
£17
Sunday 21/12
£7
Monday 22/12
£7
Tuesday 23/12
£16
Wednesday 24/12
£7
Thursday 25/12
£6
Friday 26/12
£20
Saturday 27/12
£10
Sunday 28/12
£17
Monday 29/12
£7
Tuesday 30/12
£7
Wednesday 31/12
£7
Thursday 01/01
£10
Friday 02/01
£6
Saturday 03/01
£16
Sunday 04/01
£16
Monday 05/01
Tuesday 06/01
£9
Wednesday 07/01
£6
Thursday 08/01
Friday 09/01
£9
Saturday 10/01
£6
Sunday 11/01

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Perth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Perth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Perth. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £7.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Perth, with £6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £6.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Perth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Perth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Edinburgh to Perth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Perth are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Edinburgh to Perth?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Edinburgh to Perth timetable.

FlixBus from Edinburgh to Perth

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Edinburgh to Perth:

Cheapest Price £6
Fastest Coach 0h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:10
Last Coach 23:05
Daily Connections 23 Ø
Found on 19/12/2025

megabus from Edinburgh to Perth

megabus

Here you will find the key facts about the megabus bus route Edinburgh to Perth:

Cheapest Price £7
Fastest Coach 1h 10m
Earliest Coach 09:15
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 33 Ø
Found on 18/12/2025
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Perth

Here is a map with all coach stations in Edinburgh and Perth. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Edinburgh to Perth

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Edinburgh to Perth. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Edinburgh to Perth bus

How much does a Edinburgh Perth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh Perth bus trip is available from £6 and takes 1h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Perth?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £30. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Perth.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh Perth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Perth is offered by roughly 101 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Perth from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Perth is provided by FlixBus and takes 0h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £6. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Perth?

The earliest bus to Perth departs from Edinburgh at 09:01. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Perth?

The latest bus to Perth departs from Edinburgh at 23:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh Perth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Perth can travel with Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and megabus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Perth?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Perth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Scottish Citylink, FlixBus and megabus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Perth from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Perth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Perth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Perth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Edinburgh to Perth?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 101 daily trips between Edinburgh and Perth. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Perth?

Prices and availability for 101 trips between Edinburgh and Perth change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Perth

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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