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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Cowglen is to train which costs £1 - £4 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Cowglen is to bus which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Cowglen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pitt Street and arriving at Fairchild Avenue. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Cowglen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Kennishead. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Glasgow to Cowglen?

The distance between Glasgow and Cowglen is 5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cowglen without a car is to bus which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

The bus from Pitt Street to Fairchild Avenue takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cowglen bus from?

Glasgow to Cowglen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Pitt Street station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Cowglen train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Cowglen?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Cowglen is to bus which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £1 - £4 and takes 11 min.

Where does the Glasgow to Cowglen bus arrive?

Glasgow to Cowglen bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Fairchild Avenue station.

Where does the Glasgow to Cowglen train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cowglen?

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Cowglen by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pitt Street to Fairchild Avenuebus X8
9 min
£2–6
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Kennisheadtrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
11 min
£1–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Glasgow to Cowglentaxi 5.6 mi
9 min
£23–28
Walk
1. Take the foot from Glasgow to Cowglenwalk 5.6 mi
1h 48m

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Duration: 9 min

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

First Greater Glasgow operates a bus from Pitt Street to Fairchild Avenue hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 9 min. McGills Buses also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Central to Kennishead hourly. Tickets cost £1–4 and the journey takes 11 min.

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