What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath is to bus which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow Central and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow Central station to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow Central and Arbroath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Arbroath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

The distance between Glasgow Central and Arbroath is 100 miles. The road distance is 91.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroath takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central to Arbroath bus from?

Glasgow Central to Arbroath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow Central to Arbroath train from?

Glasgow Central to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Glasgow Central to Arbroath bus arrive?

Glasgow Central to Arbroath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow Central to Arbroath train arrive?

Glasgow Central to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow Central to Arbroath is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Glasgow Central to Arbroath.

How do I get a train ticket from Glasgow Central to Arbroath?

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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Glasgow Central to Arbroath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 72 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow Central to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
2h 3m
£40–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
3h 28m
£15–24
Bus, line 72 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 72 / ...
2h 41m
£19–35
Drive 90.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow Central to Arbroathcar 90.6 mi
1h 50m
£22–32

Glasgow Central to Arbroath by foot and train

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Distance: 99.6 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Glasgow Central, Scotland and Arbroath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroath hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Glasgow Central to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 41m.

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