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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £10 - £14 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at The Fountain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Glasgow and Cowdenbeath is 53 miles. The road distance is 43.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £20 - £35.

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

The train from Glasgow Queen Street to Cowdenbeath takes 1h 29m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Glasgow to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Glasgow to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Glasgow to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at The Fountain station.

Where does the Glasgow to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Cowdenbeath is 44 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath.

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

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Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

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Glasgow to Cowdenbeath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Glasgow to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Cowdenbeathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee
1h 29m
£20–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to The Fountainbus X27
1h 55m
£10–14
Drive 43.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Cowdenbeathcar 43.3 mi
55 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Cowdenbeathtaxi 43.3 mi
55 min
£140–180
Train via Haymarket
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
1h 53m
£16–43

Glasgow to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Cowdenbeath 5 times a week. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to The Fountain hourly. Tickets cost £10–14 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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