Edinburgh to Perth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

31.9 miles 51.4 km · straight line
44.1 miles actual route 71 km · driving distance
1h 3min estimated drive time
£7 - £8 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Perth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Edinburgh to Perth, United Kingdom is 31.9 miles (51.4 km) as the crow flies. Perth, United Kingdom is located NNW of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 44.1 miles, taking about 1h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Perth, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Edinburgh to Perth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 3min £7 - £8 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Perth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Perth, United Kingdom
56.40°N, 3.43°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 779.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM