Residents and commuters across Perth and Kinross face a period of significant travel disruption over the next two weeks, beginning October 13 and October 19, 2025. Major routes will see extensive roadworks, with several key thoroughfares experiencing full closures or convoy systems. Bus services will be altered, and train passengers travelling to and from Perth will need to plan for replacement services. Local authorities and transport operators are advising individuals to check their routes well in advance and allow extra time for journeys. Roadworks and Closures Impacting Perth and Kinross
One of the most notable disruptions for Perthshire locals will be the prolonged closure of the A827 between Aberfeldy and Kenmore in Highland Perthshire. This vital artery is scheduled for weekday closures from October 13 to October 26 as teams work to rebuild a section of a retaining wall. Drivers are being advised to follow an official diversion route stretching approximately 70 miles, significantly impacting travel times for those traversing the scenic region.
Further south, the A9, a primary north-south route, will also experience overnight resurfacing operations. North of Inveralmond, works are scheduled from October 7 to October 15, between 7pm and 6am. This will involve a 10mph convoy system and temporary traffic lights. Similarly, at Luncarty, overnight resurfacing will take place from October 14 to October 28, also between 7pm and 6am, utilizing temporary traffic lights and a convoy. Critically, the on and off-slip roads at Luncarty will be closed during these overnight hours, though traffic management will be lifted for weekends, providing some respite.
The A90, connecting Perth to Dundee, continues to be a site of ongoing road safety improvements. From the Rait junction to Middlebank Farm centre, lane two will remain closed, with a 30mph speed limit enforced. An overnight convoy system will also operate in lane one between 9pm and 5am with reduced speed limits, continuing until October 31. This persistent activity on a key dual carriageway is expected to cause delays, particularly during early morning and late evening commutes.
Several smaller, more localised road closures are also planned across Perth and Kinross:
– **A911 (Scotlandwell):** A section of Leslie Road will be closed from October 1 to October 15. – **B8033 (Braco):** This road will be fully closed with parking restrictions from October 20 to October 31. – **B8062 (Dunning):** Expect closures and parking restrictions from October 13 to October 17. – **B934 (Dunning):** A specific closure with parking restrictions is set for October 14. – **B948 (Coupar Angus):** Athole Street, Causewayend, and George Square will be closed from October 22 to October 31. – **Station Road (Invergowrie):** This route will see closures and parking restrictions from October 20 to October 31.
Regional Road Updates Affecting Perth Travellers
Beyond Perth and Kinross, commuters travelling through neighbouring regions will encounter further disruptions. In Dundee, the A90 Kingsway will operate an overnight convoy system between the A923 Coupar Angus off-slip and Strathmartine Road from October 5 to October 27. Northbound slip roads at the A923, Macalpine Road, and Strathmartine Road will also be closed overnight from Sunday to Thursday between 7:30pm and 6:30am. Other Dundee closures include Blackness Road (Oct 13-15), Craigie Avenue (until Oct 26), Kings Cross Road (Oct 22-23), Law Road (Oct 13-Dec 12), and Pirkerro Road (Oct 20-23).
Angus roads will see the A937 near Hillside closed overnight (Oct 25-26) for Network Rail works. Resurfacing continues on the A933 at Colliston (Sep 22-TBC), and footway resurfacing on the A92 North Esk Road in Montrose (Sep 29-Oct 24). Further closures are scheduled for the B9127 Arbirlot Road West in Arbroath (Oct 23) and the B9128 North Street in Forfar (Sep 22-Oct 24).
In Fife, the M90 near Dunfermline will have overnight slip road closures at Junction 1C Admirality and Junction 2 Pitreavie from 8pm to 6am on weekdays until October 17. The A91 Low Road in Auchtermuchty will be closed between Crosshills and Carswell Wynd from 9am on October 19 to 6am on October 21 for Scottish Water works. Other closures include B917 Black Road in Kelty (Sep 29-Feb 27, 2026), B939 Argyle Street in St Andrews (Oct 13-15), B945 William Street in Tayport (Oct 13-17), and Fair Isle Road in Kirkcaldy (Oct 13-17), along with Glenwood Road in Leslie (Sep 22-TBC).
Stirling and Stirlingshire also have their share of roadworks. The A9 Causewayhead Road in Stirling will be closed from the Customs Roundabout to Cornton Road on October 19 (9:30am-4:30pm). The M80 near Denny will see southbound carriageway closures at Junction 9 Pirnhall (Oct 13-14) for defect repairs, while near Haggs, the northbound carriageway will be closed between Junction 7 and Junction 8 (Oct 20-22) for resurfacing. Further up, the A82 at Glen Falloch near Inverarnan has a lane closure, temporary traffic lights, and a 30mph speed limit until October 21 for bridge parapet and safety barrier replacement. Additionally, three-way temporary traffic lights are in operation on the A84 at Stirling Dobbies until October 16 for a new pedestrian crossing, and the B8032 at Deanston will experience closures and parking restrictions (Oct 13-19 and Oct 20). Forthside Way in Stirling will be closed from September 22 to December 5 for active travel route construction. Bus Service Alterations
Bus travellers in areas connected to Perth and Kinross should be aware of several diversions. Stagecoach services 73, 73A, 73B, and 73C heading northbound along Craigie Avenue in Dundee will be diverted onto Greendykes Road and Arbroath Road until November 1, bypassing regular stops along the diversion route. Xplore Dundee’s 5A service, when heading towards Ninewells Hospital, will be diverted between Greendykes Circle and Eastern Cemetery until October 26, with alternative stops available near Balgavies Avenue and Dalgleish Road.
In Fife, Stagecoach services 42 and 42A face changes due to the William Street closure in Tayport from October 13 to October 17. The 42 service from Glenrothes to Dundee will not serve Tayport between 9am and 4pm, while the 42A from St Andrews to Dundee will terminate at Shanwell Turning Circle during these hours. Other Fife bus diversions include Stagecoach 14A, 32, 33, and 33A due to Fair Isle Road closure in Kirkcaldy (Oct 13-18), and Stagecoach BE3, 33A, and X56 services affected by the Black Road closure in Kelty, which extends into late February 2026. Train Schedule Changes
Rail passengers travelling between Perth and Inverness will experience significant changes on the weekends of October 18-19 and October 25-26, as both LNER and ScotRail services will be replaced by buses. This will require passengers to factor in additional travel time and potential transfers. Furthermore, on October 18, all Cross Country trains between Edinburgh and Aberdeen will be cancelled due to planned RMT strike action, impacting long-distance journeys through the region. Passengers are strongly advised to check with their respective train operators for the most up-to-date information before travelling.
This period of intense infrastructure work aims to improve roads and public transport networks across central Scotland. While the short-term inconvenience is undeniable, these essential upgrades are critical for enhancing safety and efficiency in the long run. Travellers are encouraged to utilise online journey planners and local council websites for real-time updates and to factor in significant extra time for their journeys.
One of the most notable disruptions for Perthshire locals will be the prolonged closure of the A827 between Aberfeldy and Kenmore in Highland Perthshire. This vital artery is scheduled for weekday closures from October 13 to October 26 as teams work to rebuild a section of a retaining wall. Drivers are being advised to follow an official diversion route stretching approximately 70 miles, significantly impacting travel times for those traversing the scenic region.
Further south, the A9, a primary north-south route, will also experience overnight resurfacing operations. North of Inveralmond, works are scheduled from October 7 to October 15, between 7pm and 6am. This will involve a 10mph convoy system and temporary traffic lights. Similarly, at Luncarty, overnight resurfacing will take place from October 14 to October 28, also between 7pm and 6am, utilizing temporary traffic lights and a convoy. Critically, the on and off-slip roads at Luncarty will be closed during these overnight hours, though traffic management will be lifted for weekends, providing some respite.
The A90, connecting Perth to Dundee, continues to be a site of ongoing road safety improvements. From the Rait junction to Middlebank Farm centre, lane two will remain closed, with a 30mph speed limit enforced. An overnight convoy system will also operate in lane one between 9pm and 5am with reduced speed limits, continuing until October 31. This persistent activity on a key dual carriageway is expected to cause delays, particularly during early morning and late evening commutes.
Several smaller, more localised road closures are also planned across Perth and Kinross:
– **A911 (Scotlandwell):** A section of Leslie Road will be closed from October 1 to October 15. – **B8033 (Braco):** This road will be fully closed with parking restrictions from October 20 to October 31. – **B8062 (Dunning):** Expect closures and parking restrictions from October 13 to October 17. – **B934 (Dunning):** A specific closure with parking restrictions is set for October 14. – **B948 (Coupar Angus):** Athole Street, Causewayend, and George Square will be closed from October 22 to October 31. – **Station Road (Invergowrie):** This route will see closures and parking restrictions from October 20 to October 31.
Regional Road Updates Affecting Perth Travellers
Beyond Perth and Kinross, commuters travelling through neighbouring regions will encounter further disruptions. In Dundee, the A90 Kingsway will operate an overnight convoy system between the A923 Coupar Angus off-slip and Strathmartine Road from October 5 to October 27. Northbound slip roads at the A923, Macalpine Road, and Strathmartine Road will also be closed overnight from Sunday to Thursday between 7:30pm and 6:30am. Other Dundee closures include Blackness Road (Oct 13-15), Craigie Avenue (until Oct 26), Kings Cross Road (Oct 22-23), Law Road (Oct 13-Dec 12), and Pirkerro Road (Oct 20-23).
Angus roads will see the A937 near Hillside closed overnight (Oct 25-26) for Network Rail works. Resurfacing continues on the A933 at Colliston (Sep 22-TBC), and footway resurfacing on the A92 North Esk Road in Montrose (Sep 29-Oct 24). Further closures are scheduled for the B9127 Arbirlot Road West in Arbroath (Oct 23) and the B9128 North Street in Forfar (Sep 22-Oct 24).
In Fife, the M90 near Dunfermline will have overnight slip road closures at Junction 1C Admirality and Junction 2 Pitreavie from 8pm to 6am on weekdays until October 17. The A91 Low Road in Auchtermuchty will be closed between Crosshills and Carswell Wynd from 9am on October 19 to 6am on October 21 for Scottish Water works. Other closures include B917 Black Road in Kelty (Sep 29-Feb 27, 2026), B939 Argyle Street in St Andrews (Oct 13-15), B945 William Street in Tayport (Oct 13-17), and Fair Isle Road in Kirkcaldy (Oct 13-17), along with Glenwood Road in Leslie (Sep 22-TBC).
Stirling and Stirlingshire also have their share of roadworks. The A9 Causewayhead Road in Stirling will be closed from the Customs Roundabout to Cornton Road on October 19 (9:30am-4:30pm). The M80 near Denny will see southbound carriageway closures at Junction 9 Pirnhall (Oct 13-14) for defect repairs, while near Haggs, the northbound carriageway will be closed between Junction 7 and Junction 8 (Oct 20-22) for resurfacing. Further up, the A82 at Glen Falloch near Inverarnan has a lane closure, temporary traffic lights, and a 30mph speed limit until October 21 for bridge parapet and safety barrier replacement. Additionally, three-way temporary traffic lights are in operation on the A84 at Stirling Dobbies until October 16 for a new pedestrian crossing, and the B8032 at Deanston will experience closures and parking restrictions (Oct 13-19 and Oct 20). Forthside Way in Stirling will be closed from September 22 to December 5 for active travel route construction. Bus Service Alterations
Bus travellers in areas connected to Perth and Kinross should be aware of several diversions. Stagecoach services 73, 73A, 73B, and 73C heading northbound along Craigie Avenue in Dundee will be diverted onto Greendykes Road and Arbroath Road until November 1, bypassing regular stops along the diversion route. Xplore Dundee’s 5A service, when heading towards Ninewells Hospital, will be diverted between Greendykes Circle and Eastern Cemetery until October 26, with alternative stops available near Balgavies Avenue and Dalgleish Road.
In Fife, Stagecoach services 42 and 42A face changes due to the William Street closure in Tayport from October 13 to October 17. The 42 service from Glenrothes to Dundee will not serve Tayport between 9am and 4pm, while the 42A from St Andrews to Dundee will terminate at Shanwell Turning Circle during these hours. Other Fife bus diversions include Stagecoach 14A, 32, 33, and 33A due to Fair Isle Road closure in Kirkcaldy (Oct 13-18), and Stagecoach BE3, 33A, and X56 services affected by the Black Road closure in Kelty, which extends into late February 2026. Train Schedule Changes
Rail passengers travelling between Perth and Inverness will experience significant changes on the weekends of October 18-19 and October 25-26, as both LNER and ScotRail services will be replaced by buses. This will require passengers to factor in additional travel time and potential transfers. Furthermore, on October 18, all Cross Country trains between Edinburgh and Aberdeen will be cancelled due to planned RMT strike action, impacting long-distance journeys through the region. Passengers are strongly advised to check with their respective train operators for the most up-to-date information before travelling.
This period of intense infrastructure work aims to improve roads and public transport networks across central Scotland. While the short-term inconvenience is undeniable, these essential upgrades are critical for enhancing safety and efficiency in the long run. Travellers are encouraged to utilise online journey planners and local council websites for real-time updates and to factor in significant extra time for their journeys.