What is the cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow?

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow?

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Glasgow Central via Deansgate and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Glasgow?

The distance between Altrincham and Glasgow is 229 miles. The road distance is 218.1 miles.

How do I travel from Altrincham to Glasgow without a car?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Altrincham to Glasgow?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Altrincham to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Glasgow bus from?

Altrincham to Glasgow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Glasgow train from?

Altrincham to Glasgow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train, bus or fly from Altrincham to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Glasgow is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 5h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £180 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Altrincham to Glasgow bus arrive?

Altrincham to Glasgow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Altrincham to Glasgow train arrive?

Altrincham to Glasgow train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Glasgow is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Altrincham to Glasgow.

How do I get a train ticket from Altrincham to Glasgow?

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Where can I stay near Glasgow?

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Altrincham to Glasgow - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Altrincham to Glasgow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 10m
£52–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
5h 46m
£29–44
Drive 216.8 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Glasgowcar 216.8 mi
3h 39m
£54–78
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
4h 28m
£53–179
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
5h 45m
£68–203
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 20m
£55–147

Altrincham to Glasgow by bus

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Distance: 228.1 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Glasgow, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Altrincham to Glasgow Central via Deansgate-Castlefield, Deansgate, and Preston in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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