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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Perth
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Perth will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Glasgow for Perth on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Perth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 78 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€20 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Perth train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Perth trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:51 AM Glasgow | 1h05 | 5:56 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 AM Glasgow | 1h02 | 8:12 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:08 AM Glasgow | 1h09 | 9:17 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:41 PM Glasgow | 1h02 | 6:43 PM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:10 PM Glasgow | 1h13 | 7:23 PM Perth | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Perth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Perth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 78 km distance in 55m.
Distance 78 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Glasgow to Perth trainsScotRail trains will get you between Glasgow and Perth from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Perth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Perth 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 Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Queen Street, which is located around 0.6 miles (893 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Perth, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Perth
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Alexandra Parade in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 20:49 Saturday 07:10 - 20:49 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramp to platform 1 & 3 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Inside ticket office on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on Platform 1. Available during ticket office opening hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off by the station entrance on Great Western Road
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 19:30 Saturday 07:45 - 19:15 Sunday 08:15 - 19:15
- Type of shops available: Travelines and PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located near the automatic gates at the station entrance. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the main station entrance car park
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