What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Glassford?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Glassford is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Glassford?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Glassford is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Glassford?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Glassford. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Larkhall Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Glassford?

The distance between Edinburgh and Glassford is 48 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Glassford without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Glassford without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 16m and costs £14 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Glassford?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Edinburgh to Glassford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Glassford bus from?

Edinburgh to Glassford bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Glassford bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Glassford bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Glassford?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Glassford is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Edinburgh to Glassford.

Where can I stay near Glassford?

There are 969+ hotels available in Glassford.

Edinburgh to Glassford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Glassford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Larkhall Roadbus 256
2h 16m
£14–32
Drive 41.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Glassfordcar 41.9 mi
1h 9m
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2h 59m
£14–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Glassfordtaxi 41.9 mi
1h 9m
£270–330
Train, line 201 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bellshilltrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Gardenside to Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2h 59m
£20–33
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
3h
£15–25

Edinburgh to Glassford by train and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Glassford, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £8–16 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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