What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Perth?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Perth is to bus which costs £5 - £16 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Perth?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Perth is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at South Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Perth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Perth?

The distance between Glasgow and Perth is 62 miles. The road distance is 57.6 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Perth without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Perth without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Perth?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Perth bus from?

Glasgow to Perth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Perth train from?

Glasgow to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Perth?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Perth is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £16 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Glasgow to Perth bus arrive?

Glasgow to Perth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at South Street station.

Where does the Glasgow to Perth train arrive?

Glasgow to Perth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Perth station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Perth is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Glasgow to Perth.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow to Perth?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Perth?

Book your Glasgow to Perth bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 507+ hotels available in Perth.

Glasgow to Perth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Glasgow to Perth by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to PerthGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
1h 11m
£13–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South StreetM9
1h 37m
£5–16
Drive 57.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Perth57.3 mi
1h 2m
£14–21

Glasgow to Perth by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Perth, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth hourly. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Street hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Four other operators also service this route.

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