An initial experiment with a petrol tram was unsuccessful and electric service began on 31 October 1905.

The centre of the system was called The Cross, from which the four lines diverged.

In 1927 the Perth General Omnibus Company began operation of a bus service in direct competition.

The Corporation responded by taking over the bus company on 3 April 1928, but the tramway closed on 19 January 1929 replaced by bus services operated by Walter Alexander & Sons.

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