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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Perth is to ferry and bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Perth is to fly and train which takes 2h 34m and costs £110 - £260.

How far is it from Islay to Perth?

The distance between Islay and Perth is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Perth without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 7h 52m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Islay to Perth, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 295+ hotels available in Perth.

Islay to Perth - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Islay to Perth by plane, train, ferry, or bus

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

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
2h 34m
£117–257
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manse Roadbus M8
8h 31m
£34–86
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
7h 52m
£50–120

Islay to Perth by ferry, bus, foot, and train

17Weekly Services

7h 52mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.5 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Perth. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 500 bus to Dundas Street, walk to Glasgow Queen Street, then take the train to Perth. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Perth via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 7h 52m.

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