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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cartmel is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cartmel is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Quaker Meeting House via Bus Station and Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cartmel?

The distance between Glasgow and Cartmel is 189 miles. The road distance is 155.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Glasgow to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cartmel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cartmel train from?

Glasgow to Cartmel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Cartmel?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cartmel is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Glasgow to Cartmel bus arrive?

Glasgow to Cartmel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Glasgow to Cartmel train arrive?

Glasgow to Cartmel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Cartmel is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Glasgow to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1035+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Glasgow to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Glasgow to Cartmel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 4m
£72–121
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
7h 8m
£32–49
Drive 155 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cartmelcar 155 mi
2h 45m
£39–56

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Cartmel, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 3m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Quaker Meeting House via Bus Station and Blackhall Road in around 7h 8m.

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