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

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Glasgow is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Glasgow is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 3h 19m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from St John Street and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Salford Crescent Rail Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Atherton and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Atherton to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Hag Fold and arriving at Glasgow Central via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Atherton to Glasgow?

The distance between Atherton and Glasgow is 213 miles. The road distance is 203.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atherton to Glasgow without a car is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 3h 19m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Atherton to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Atherton to Glasgow train from?

Atherton to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Wigan North Western station.

Train, bus or fly from Atherton to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Atherton to Glasgow is to train via Wigan Wallgate which takes 3h 19m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Atherton to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Atherton to Glasgow train arrive?

Atherton to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Atherton to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Glasgow is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Atherton to Glasgow.

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

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Train via Wigan Wallgate
best
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 19m
£72–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
5h 34m
£29–49
Drive 202.1 mi
1. Drive from Atherton to Glasgowcar 202.1 mi
3h 24m
£50–71
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
5h 27m
£57–152
Train
1. Take the train from Bolton to Glasgow Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central
4h 27m
£77–132
Line 132 bus, train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the bus from Morley Street to Wallgatebus
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Huytontrain
3. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LPL - GLA
6h 4m
£61–161
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 46m
£66–157

Atherton to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 211.6 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 35m. TransPennine Express also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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