Glasgow to Perth, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

48.4 miles 77.9 km · straight line
59.5 miles actual route 95.8 km · driving distance
1h 12min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
40° NE bearing direction

How far is Glasgow from Perth, United Kingdom?

The distance from Glasgow to Perth, United Kingdom is 48.4 miles (77.9 km) as the crow flies. Perth, United Kingdom is located NE of Glasgow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59.5 miles, taking about 1h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Glasgow and Perth, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Glasgow to Perth, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 12min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 26min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Glasgow & Perth, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Glasgow
55.86°N, 4.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Perth, United Kingdom
56.40°N, 3.43°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 514.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM