Paisley travel guide
Paisley Tourism | Paisley Guide
You're Going to Love Paisley
With a population of 73,074, Paisley is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Paisley to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Paisley
If you’re looking for affordable options, Weavers (1 Stow Brae) and Cafe Fairfull (12A High Street) are great picks.
When to visit Paisley
How to Get to Paisley
Plane
When flying to Paisley, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Paisley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Paisley to Manchester takes 3h 18m and costs around $163 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Liverpool, expect to pay about $34 for a 3h 33m trip. Located 0.5 miles from the city centre, Paisley Glasgow , Glasgow City is the busiest station in Paisley. Another popular train station is Paisley Hawkhead, located 1.7 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Paisley is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 49 miles from Paisley. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Alamo, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paisley, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Paisley takes 58 miles and will cost you around $25. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about $22 for a journey of 195 miles.
Airlines serving Paisley
Where to stay in Paisley
Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $143 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Paisley
Hiring a car in Paisley
Expect to pay $3.12 per litre in Paisley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $37.40 and $49.87.