Scone Palace

Getting to Scone Palace from Perth

Scone Palace is located approximately 3 miles from Perth city centre, depending on your route. Reaching us is easy, although due to the event traffic volume we recommend you leave plenty of time in advance to ensure you capture all of the action! 

To access the event, please use the Sleeper Road, just past the Palace main entrance. 

By Car

Scone Palace is well signposted from all main routes. Simply follow Horse Trials signage as you approach Perth. Parking is included in your ticket making arrival by car an ideal choice for those travelling in groups or looking for maximum flexibility.

Postcode for sat nav: PH2 6BD

By Service Bus

Local Stagecoach services run regularly between Perth city centre and the Scone area. Catch the bus in Perth at Mill Street (city centre) or at Perth Bus Station (next to the railway station). Routes serving Old Scone include the 3 / 3A and the 57 / 58 / 58A.

The nearest stop is Sawmill, Old Scone which is approximately a 5-minute walk to the entrance. Journey time is around 10–15 minutes from the city centre.

Services operate throughout the day, but frequencies can vary on evenings and race fixtures, so visitors are advised to check the latest Stagecoach timetables before travelling.

If you are travelling from further afield, you will find full directions here.

Travel to Perth, Scotland

By Taxi

A taxi from Perth city centre or the railway station takes approximately 10–12 minutes and a typical fare will sit at around £13–£16 (time of page update, March 2026).

Taxi ranks in Perth can be found at Perth Railway Station, Perth Bus Station and City Centre Mill Street. Pre-booking is strongly advised during our busy event.

  • Thistle Taxis: 01738 441122
  • Perth Radio Taxis: 01738 580058
  • Ace Taxis Perth: 01738 444000
  • A&B Taxis: 01738 446688
  • Scone Taxis: 07941 640019
  • Fair City Cabs: 01738 446446 

Walking & Cycling

Active visitors can enjoy a 1 hour walk or 30-minute cycle from Perth city centre.  The NCN Route 77 connects directly into the new active-travel path network at the Destiny Bridge via the upgraded riverside and A9 shared-use paths, allowing traffic-free cycling between Perth, the north of the city and Scone. Join the NCN77 from the North Inch, in the heart of Perth city to enjoy:

  • Traffic-free riding through the North Inch
  • A continuous path to the A9 corridor
  • A link into the new Destiny Bridge path network
  • Access toward Scone / A93 side