Corporate Housing in Perth

Learn about the top employers in Perth and their contributions to the local economy. This section highlights key businesses and organisations that play a significant role in the community and shape the city's vibrant economic landscape.

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Explore the diverse transport options available in Perth, from efficient public transportation systems to convenient road networks. Whether you're commuting to work or exploring the city, this section will give you an overall look at the available transportation systems.

Public Transit System
- Rail (Perth railway station) - Major rail hub on Scotland’s intercity and regional network; ScotRail provides frequent services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Inverness and Aberdeen, and the station is served by long‑distance sleeper services to London.
- Local and Regional Buses - Stagecoach and other local operators run frequent city and regional routes linking neighbourhoods, nearby towns (Dundee, Stirling, Crieff, Blairgowrie) and key regional destinations.
- Park & Ride (Broxden) - Broxden Park & Ride at the Broxden Roundabout serves commuters and regional bus routes, reducing city‑centre car trips and linking to local bus services.
- Long‑distance Coaches - National coach services provide intercity links for travel to other UK cities and airports; regional coach connections also complement rail for some destinations.
- Community transport and demand‑responsive services - Community minibuses and dial‑a‑ride schemes operate for rural and vulnerable users across Perthshire, filling gaps where scheduled services are limited.
- Taxis and private hire - Licensed taxi fleets and local private‑hire operators provide on‑demand city travel; ride‑hailing coverage is limited compared with major UK cities.
- Airport connections - Regular rail and coach connections link Perth to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness airports (the nearest major airports), with onward air connections nationally and internationally.

Major Highways
- A9 - Scotland’s primary north–south trunk road passing Perth, linking the city with Stirling/Edinburgh (via connections) to the south and Inverness to the north.
- M90 - Motorway linking the Fife/Edinburgh area toward Perthshire; provides fast access toward Edinburgh and the Forth Road Bridge corridor.
- A90 - Key east coast trunk route connecting Perth area (via junctions) with Dundee and Aberdeen to the northeast.
- A85 - Major westbound route from Perth toward Crieff and central/western Highlands (Oban direction via connecting roads).
- A93 - Scenic north‑east route from Perth up through Highland routes toward Blairgowrie and the Cairngorms (links to upland and tourist areas).
- A94 - Regional connector from Perth toward Forfar and Angus, providing access to east‑coast towns.

Cycling Infrastructure
- On‑ and off‑road cycle network - A mix of on‑road cycle lanes, signed routes and off‑road shared paths (notably riverside paths along the River Tay and through the North/South Inch parks), plus sections of National Cycle Network routes and local active‑travel routes promoted by Perth & Kinross Council and Sustrans.

Recent and Upcoming Improvements
- A9 dualling programme (ongoing) - A long‑term Transport Scotland programme to dual sections of the A9 between Perth and Inverness to improve safety and capacity; works in the Perthshire area form a major regional road investment.
- Station and accessibility upgrades - Network Rail and ScotRail investments across Scotland have included platform, accessibility and passenger‑facility improvements; Perth station benefits from ongoing maintenance and accessibility focus to improve step‑free access, waiting facilities and secure cycle parking.
- Active travel and city‑centre improvements - Perth & Kinross Council has been implementing active‑travel schemes and city‑centre enhancements (pedestrian and cycle improvements, traffic‑calming and public‑realm projects) to make local journeys safer and greener.
- Park & Ride and bus service enhancements - Continued investment in Broxden Park & Ride and periodic service revisions improve bus coverage and interchange; regional operators are also phasing in lower‑emission vehicles over time.
- Regional rail capacity and timetable upgrades - Ongoing work by rail industry bodies to modernise signalling, rolling stock and timetables across Scotland aims to increase capacity and reliability on routes serving Perth, improving commuting and longer‑distance travel.
- Electric vehicle and low‑emission transport support - Expansion of EV charging infrastructure, promotion of low‑emission buses and active‑travel funding in the Perth & Kinross area support lower‑emission travel choices for commuters and visitors.