Going from Gleneagles to Perth by train

About to set off from Gleneagles to Perth by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between Gleneagles and Perth

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$13.49, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 5 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train timetable for travel between Gleneagles and Perth

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Gleneagles to Perth by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 00:27

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 23:58

  • First daily departure (weekend): 00:27

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 23:53

  • Average number of daily trains: 36 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 14 minutes

How long is the train journey from Gleneagles to Perth?

This journey covers a total of 22 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 14 minutes.

How far in advance Gleneagles and Perth tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Gleneagles and Perth are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Gleneagles to Perth

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Perth city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Gleneagles to Perth by train?

The train journey between Gleneagles and Perth covers 22 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Gleneagles to Perth?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$13.49. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Gleneagles to Perth?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Gleneagles to Perth by train?

The shortest trip is 14 minutes.