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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Alston is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Alston is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Alston. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Hendersons Garage via Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Alston?

The distance between Glasgow and Alston is 131 miles. The road distance is 120.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Alston without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Glasgow to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Alston bus from?

Glasgow to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Alston bus arrive?

Glasgow to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Alston is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Glasgow to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 420+ hotels available in Alston.

Glasgow to Alston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garagebus 680A
3h 14m
Drive 119.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Alstoncar 119.6 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Bus via Carlisle
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Hendersons Garagebus 680A
3h 53m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from The Courts to Hendersons Garagebus 680A
4h 27m

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Alston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hendersons Garage via Bus Station and Market Hall in around 3h 53m.

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