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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Arbroath is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Arbroath is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow 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 28m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow 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 to Arbroath?

The distance between Glasgow and Arbroath is 100 miles. The road distance is 91.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £80.

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

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Arbroath is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 72 bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Glasgow to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Arbroath is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Glasgow to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow 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 / ...
1h 52m
£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 13m
£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 28m
£19–35
Drive 90.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Arbroathcar 90.6 mi
1h 49m
£23–32

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Distance: 99 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Glasgow, 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 bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station via Seagate Bus Station in around 2h 28m.

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