Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 Abbey Inn Paisley (Barrhead Road) are great picks.

When to visit Paisley

Paisley in December
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Paisley in December
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

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

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Paisley, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Paisley to Manchester takes 3h 21m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £27 for a 5h 08m 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 Manchester, which is about 186 miles from Paisley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paisley, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Paisley takes 65 miles and will cost you around £8. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £15 for a journey of 230 miles.

Plane

When flying to Paisley, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Paisley, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Paisley to Manchester takes 3h 21m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £27 for a 5h 08m 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 Manchester, which is about 186 miles from Paisley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paisley, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Paisley takes 65 miles and will cost you around £8. From Newcastle upon Tyne, the ticket costs about £15 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Paisley

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Paisley

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,004 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,415 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,561 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 reviews)
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Where to stay in Paisley

Average rates range from around £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £82 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Paisley

Most booked hotels in Paisley

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Bowfield Hotel and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£151+
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Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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The Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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Ingliston Country Club Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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The Abbey Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Mill and Brae
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£65+
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Hiring a car in Paisley

Hiring a car in Paisley costs £24 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Paisley.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.32 and £21.76. The most frequently booked car type in Paisley is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Paisley costs £24 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Paisley.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.32 and £21.76. The most frequently booked car type in Paisley is Intermediate (Skoda Octavia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Paisley

Intermediate SUV

5 adults, 3 Bags

£22/day

Intermediate SUV
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