What is the cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Crathes Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Crathes Castle. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Crathes Castle via Seagate Bus Station and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Crathes Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Crathes Castle. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aberdeen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

The distance between Glasgow and Crathes Castle is 170 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

How do I travel from Glasgow to Crathes Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Crathes Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Crathes Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Dundee, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Glasgow to Crathes Castle bus arrive?

Glasgow to Crathes Castle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Seagate Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Crathes Castle train arrive?

Glasgow to Crathes Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Crathes Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Crathes Castle is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Glasgow to Crathes Castle.

Where can I stay near Crathes Castle?

There are 672+ hotels available in Crathes Castle.

Glasgow to Crathes Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Crathes Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 28m
£70–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
4h 58m
£20–32
Bus via Dundee
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 55m
£29–53
Drive 129.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Crathes Castlecar 129.7 mi
2h 24m
£32–46

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Crathes Castle, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Crathes Castle via Seagate Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Crathes Castle in around 4h 55m.

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