What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Central Station and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Glasgow and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

The distance between Glasgow Central Station and Eccles is 223 miles. The road distance is 211.1 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles without a car is to train and line 22 bus which takes 4h 19m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central Station to Eccles bus from?

Glasgow Central Station to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.

Bus or fly from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which takes 4h 51m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Glasgow Central Station to Eccles bus arrive?

Glasgow Central Station to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Central Station to Eccles is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles.

How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles?

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Where can I stay near Eccles?

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Glasgow Central Station to Eccles - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 22 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Glasgow Central Station to Eccles by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 22 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Eccles Interchangebus 22
4h 19m
£70–132
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 51m
£26–41
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Central Station to Ecclescar 209.9 mi
3h 27m
£51–74
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 34m
£53–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
4h 51m
£26–41
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 56m
£65–173
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
6h 4m
£53–155

Glasgow Central Station to Eccles by train and bus

222Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.8 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Glasgow Central Station, Scotland and Eccles, Salford, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours.

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