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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Coniston is to bus and train and line 555 bus and line 505 bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Coniston is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Coniston?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Coniston. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Coniston?

The distance between Glasgow and Coniston is 174 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Coniston without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Glasgow to Coniston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Coniston train from?

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

Where does the Glasgow to Coniston train arrive?

Glasgow to Coniston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Coniston?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Coniston is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Glasgow to Coniston.

Where can I stay near Coniston?

There are 3330+ hotels available in Coniston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 10m
£84–129
Bus, train, line 555 bus, line 505 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus interchangebus 555 / ...
5. Take the bus from bus interchange to The Crownbus 505
6h 13m
£24–37
Drive 143.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Conistoncar 143.1 mi
2h 35m
£35–51

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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