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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Colinton is to bus and line 16 bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Colinton is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Colinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Colinton. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Colinton Village via Gogarburn A8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Colinton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Kingsknowe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Colinton?

The distance between Glasgow and Colinton is 49 miles. The road distance is 43.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Colinton without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Glasgow to Colinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Colinton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Colinton train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Colinton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Colinton is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 1h 40m and costs £10 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Glasgow to Colinton bus arrive?

Glasgow to Colinton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Gogarburn A8 station.

Where does the Glasgow to Colinton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Colinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Colinton is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Glasgow to Colinton.

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

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Where can I stay near Colinton?

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Glasgow to Colinton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Glasgow to Colinton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Kingsknowe Road Southbus N44 / ...
1h 3m
£12–40
Bus, line 16 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Andrew's Housebus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Leith Street to Barnshot Roadbus N16 / ...
2h 14m
£8–12
Bus, line 18 bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gogarburn A8bus 900
2. Take the bus from Gogarburn A8 to Colinton Villagebus 18
1h 40m
£11–17
Drive 43.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Colintoncar 43.2 mi
47 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Colintontaxi 43.2 mi
47 min
£280–340
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kingsknowetrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
1h 13m
£19–35

Glasgow to Colinton by train

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Distance: 48.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Colinton Village via Gogarburn A8 in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Kingsknowe hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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