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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Barrhead is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Barrhead is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Barrhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pavillion Theatre and arriving at Arthurlie Gardens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Barrhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Barrhead. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Glasgow to Barrhead?

The distance between Glasgow and Barrhead is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Barrhead without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Barrhead takes 20 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Barrhead bus from?

Glasgow to Barrhead bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Pavillion Theatre station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Barrhead train from?

Glasgow to Barrhead train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Barrhead?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Barrhead is to train which takes 20 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus, which costs £6 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Glasgow to Barrhead bus arrive?

Glasgow to Barrhead bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Arthurlie Gardens station.

Where does the Glasgow to Barrhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Barrhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Barrhead is 9 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Glasgow to Barrhead.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Glasgow to Barrhead?

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Where can I stay near Barrhead?

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Glasgow to Barrhead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Barrheadtrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
20 min
£3–6
Line 3 bus
1. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Arthurlie Gardensbus 3
48 min
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Barrheadtaxi 8.5 mi
15 min
£30–40
Drive 8.5 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Barrheadcar 8.5 mi
15 min
£3

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Barrhead, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Barrhead every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, McGills Buses operates a bus from Pavillion Theatre to Arthurlie Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 48 min.

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