Royal Alexandra Hospital — Current A&E Queue
Last updated — · sourced from NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Typical Time in Department (AE)
No live feed — typical wait
181
minutes · ~ 3 hr 1 min
66.4% seen within 4 hours
Estimate from Public Health Scotland official statistics (August 2026) — not live
Hospital details
- City
- Paisley
- Opening Hours
- Open: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- NHS Trust
- NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
- Type
- Accident & Emergency (Type 1)
Royal Alexandra Hospital in context
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Wondering whether you actually need A&E?Common Questions About Royal Alexandra Hospital
How long is the queue at Royal Alexandra Hospital right now?
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What are Royal Alexandra Hospital's opening hours?
The A&E at Royal Alexandra Hospital runs around the clock — 24 hours, seven days a week, bank holidays included. No appointment is needed; patients are assessed on arrival and seen in order of clinical urgency, not arrival time.
Do I actually need A&E, or could a UTC near Paisley be faster?
A&E at Royal Alexandra Hospital is the right place for anything that could be life-threatening — chest pain, stroke symptoms, uncontrolled bleeding, serious breathing problems or major injuries. For less severe issues (sprains, small cuts, minor fractures, bites, burns), a nearby Urgent Treatment Centre will almost always see you sooner. If you are unsure, ring 111 — they can point you to the best service and sometimes book you a timed slot.
How do I get to Royal Alexandra Hospital?
Royal Alexandra Hospital is in Paisley. Use the location search on this site to see the distance from where you are and compare it against other departments nearby.
When is Royal Alexandra Hospital A&E typically quietest?
Nationally, emergency departments see the fewest arrivals between about 6 am and 9 am. Demand tends to peak on Monday mornings, weekday evenings after 6 pm, and on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving during a quieter window — if your condition allows it — can noticeably cut the time you spend waiting.
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