Cardiff to Perth Train
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Cardiff to Perth by train
The journey from Cardiff to Perth by train is 340.14 mi and takes 8 hrs 11 mins. There are 17 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:32 and the last at 16:16. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Perth by train for as little as £283.84 or as much as £283.84. The best price for this journey is £283.84.
| Lowest Price | £283.84 |
| Journey Duration | 8 hrs 11 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 17 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £283.84 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail £283.84 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 04:32 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 16:16 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail 340.14 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Cardiff |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail Perth |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail |
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Find the best day to travel to Perth by train
When travelling to Perth by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway and Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Perth
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Perth by train.
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Cardiff to Perth CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
38.32kg
Bus
41.06kg
Flight
109.48kg
Car
87.59kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Perth by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Perth are 38.32kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Perth? By taking the train between Cardiff and Perth you will save 71.16kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.74kg compared to a bus and 49.27kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Perth?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Perth is £283.85. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £283.84.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Perth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Perth is £283.84. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Perth by train?
Cardiff to Perth is 340.14 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Perth take?
Cardiff to Perth is on average 8 hrs 11 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 47 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Perth?
The train journey from Cardiff to Perth is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Perth?
Cardiff to Perth has 17 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Perth leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Perth departs at 04:32. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Perth depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Perth departs at 16:16. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Perth in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £283.84 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Perth by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Perth is 7 hrs 47 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Perth?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Perth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Perth by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Perth creates 38.32kg of CO2 emissions.