The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Perth
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Perth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Perth will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Glasgow for Perth on Fri, Nov 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Glasgow to Perth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Perth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 78 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Perth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Perth buses for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Glasgow | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Glasgow | 1h15 | 11:45 PM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 21 | |||||
![]() | 9:55 AM Glasgow | 1h05 | 11:00 AM Perth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Perth
Buses from Glasgow to Perth run on average 63 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 54 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 78 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 54 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow to PerthYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Perth with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Perth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Perth by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Perth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Perth, Broxden Park and Ride, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Perth
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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